Fire & Security Installation Engineer

Dalkia UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Dalkia Scotland is seeking an Installation Technician (Projects) to install and set up fire and security systems across client sites. You will work under Health and Safety rules, maintain accurate records, and coordinate with operations managers and engineers to deliver high-quality outcomes.

The role requires an Apprenticeship in Fire & Security, solid IT literacy, and experience installing systems in construction environments.

Qualifications

• Essential: Fire & Security Apprenticeship, Health and Safety Training, PC skills with Word and Excel, construction experience, installation of fire & security systems.
• Preferred: City & Guilds Part 3 (Electrical Installation 2360) or similar, IT & Networking experience, supervisory experience for growth.

Responsibilities

• Install and set up Fire and Security Systems.
• Follow Health and Safety rules at all times.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and equipment.
• Coordinate with visiting specialists and other trades.
• Support client service delivery and assist growth of the contract into new areas.

Skills

Teamwork

Planning & Execution

Communication

Business Awareness

Risk Management

Flexibility

Drive for Excellence

Self Motivation

Customer Awareness

Education

Fire & Security Apprenticeship

Health and Safety Training

PC skills w/ Word & Excel

Construction Industry Experience

Experience installing fire & security systems

City & Guilds Part 3 (Electrical Installation 2360)

IT & Networking Experience

Supervisory Experience

Job description

At Dalkia, we're motivated by a common goal: fighting climate change and creating a better, greener future. We bring together skilled people who exchange ideas, push each other and develop as a team.

Supported by EDF, Britain's largest producer of low carbon electricity, we put people first. With over 5,000 staff and a turnover exceeding £600m, we combine the resources of a major organisation with a positive culture, creative thinking and welcoming values, making Dalkia an excellent place to work and advance your career.

Job Title: Installation Technician (Projects)

Staff Grade: TG1

Employer: Dalkia Scotland

Job Purpose

• To install and set up Fire and Security Systems.

Aims and Goals

• To focus on expected team behaviours that deliver strong results for the business, helping DALKIA maintain its top position in the industry and our good name with our customers.
• Follow Health and Safety rules at all times
• To be helpful and flexible, completing set tasks
• Be part of a united working team that provides excellent service to the client

Main Duties

• Follow set technical standards in line with Health and Safety at Work Act rules.
• Make sure onsite Quality checks are followed properly and keep accurate records related to Fire & Security Systems.
• Handle initial actions for all client requests.
• Manage visiting specialist contractors working on Fire & Security Systems aspects of installations.
• Help other trades when needed.
• Manage workload and rank jobs by priority
• Provide reports about work and equipment as needed.
• Complete various duties as asked by the Client.
• Actively work towards growing the contract into other service areas such as System Upgrades, replacements and Project works
• Install fire and security systems

Health & Safety

• All staff must take sensible care for the health and safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their actions, and follow all guidance and instructions given. Further details about Health & Safety duties are outlined in the Health & Safety Policy.

Working Links

Internal

• Work with Operations Manager & Engineering Coordinator

External

• Work with Client Representatives, Service Providers and Material Suppliers

Person Details

Skills, Training, Knowledge And Experience

The knowledge, skills, training and experience needed for the role are:

Essential

• Fire & Security Apprenticeship
• Health and Safety Training
• PC skills with Microsoft Word and Excel experience
• Experience in the construction industry
• Experience installing fire and security systems

Preferred

• City & Guilds Part 3 (Electrical Installation 2360) or similar qualification
• Experience in IT & Networking
• Supervisory experience for future growth

Skills

The core support team skills for the role are:

• Teamwork - actively contributes to the team and works to improve team performance through personal dedication.
• Planning, Organising & Executing – able to understand what's most important, plan and organise work and manage own time to meet deadlines.
• Communication – communicates clearly, making a good impression and ensuring understanding of all relevant details in all situations.
• Business Awareness – understands the need to manage costs and spending, applying the right controls.
• Risk Management – is aware of the impact of risk to the business and applies the right controls.
• Flexibility – is responsive and open to changing situations.
• Drive for Excellence – aims to deliver high quality work.
• Self Motivation and Growth– is confident in own ability and is motivated to deliver, using chances to develop further.
• Customer Awareness

Our Values

People First – It starts with health, safety and wellbeing

Better Together – A team-based approach

Trusted Partners – Committed to our clients' success

Taking Responsibility – Making a positive difference

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

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