Service & Commissioning Engineer

Team Jobs - Commercial; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of life safety systems in Manchester is seeking an experienced Service & Commissioning Engineer to join their team. The role involves installing and servicing smoke ventilation systems, with a salary ranging from £45,000 to £55,000 plus benefits. Ideal candidates will have experience in electrical systems, strong problem-solving skills, and the necessary qualifications. This position offers career progression and extensive benefits including healthcare and funded training.

Benefits

23 days holiday (rising to 30) + bank holidays

Company van, laptop, iPhone & testing equipment

Bupa healthcare after qualifying period

Enhanced sick pay after 12 months

Funded training & career development

Annual company events (summer & Christmas)

Qualifications

• Experience in smoke ventilation, life safety, or fire systems.
• Full UK Driving Licence with a maximum of 6 points.
• ECS or CSCS card preferred.

Responsibilities

• Installing, commissioning, and servicing natural and mechanical smoke ventilation systems.
• Inspecting, testing, and fault-finding on control panels and HV systems.
• Producing detailed service and commissioning reports.

Skills

Smoke ventilation experience

Strong electrical knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Client communication skills

Education

18th Edition Electrical Qualification

Level 3 Electrical (or equivalent)

Tools

Control panels

CFD reports

Job description

Service & Commissioning Engineer

Manchester 45,000 - 55,000 + Benefits

Are you an experienced Service or Commissioning Engineer looking for your next challenge in a specialised, safety-critical industry? This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading provider of smoke ventilation and life safety systems, working on high-profile projects across the UK.

The Role

• Installing, commissioning, and servicing natural and mechanical smoke ventilation systems.

• Inspecting, testing, and fault-finding on control panels, HV systems, and safety equipment.

• Using CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) reports to ensure systems meet design and compliance standards.

• Producing detailed service and commissioning reports for each project.

• Liaising with clients to provide technical advice and solutions.

• Working closely with design, project, and service teams to deliver safe, effective systems.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in smoke ventilation, life safety, or fire systems.

• Strong electrical knowledge with hands‑on experience in control panels.

• High Voltage awareness/qualification (HVAP) - desirable.

• Knowledge of CFD reports and their application in ventilation systems - desirable.

• 18th Edition Electrical Qualification + Level 3 Electrical (or equivalent).

• Full UK Driving Licence (max 6 points).

• ECS or CSCS card preferred.

• Excellent problem‑solving, reporting, and client communication skills.

What's in it for You

• Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 (depending on experience)

• 23 days holiday (rising to 30) + bank holidays.

• Company van, laptop, iPhone & testing equipment.

• Bupa healthcare after qualifying period.

• Enhanced sick pay after 12 months.

• Funded training & career development.

• Annual company events (summer & Christmas).

Hours: Full-time, permanent, Mon‑Fri, minimum 40 hours per week. Some early starts and occasional overnight stays required.

If you are a skilled engineer with expertise in smoke ventilation systems, control panels, and electrical commissioning, and looking for a role that offers both challenge and career progression, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today