Smoke Ventilation Engineer / Supervisor

Madoc Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Smoke Ventilation Engineer/Supervisor in Greater Manchester. This role requires hands-on experience with smoke control systems and the ability to lead teams effectively. The ideal candidate will perform installations and repairs on AOV systems, troubleshoot electrical issues, and provide expert guidance. This position offers a salary up to £45,000, along with a company van, pension, and 23 days of holiday.

Benefits

Company van + fuel card

Employee Assistance Program

Pension contribution

Overtime available

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Smoke Ventilation Engineer.
• Experience with installation and service of Automatic Opening Vent (AOV) systems.
• Skilled in troubleshooting electrical issues without wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair Smoke Ventilation / AOV systems.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve faults efficiently.
• Provide technical guidance on AOV systems.

Skills

Fault finding on electrical control panels

Installation and repair of AOV systems

Understanding of electrical circuits

Team leadership

Education

17th or 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Smoke Ventilation Engineer / Supervisor to join our client's growing team in Greater Manchester. This is a great opportunity for a skilled Engineer with previous experience with smoke ventilation systems to take on a key role within their company.

The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in the installation and maintenance of smoke control systems, along with the ability to supervise and lead teams effectively. If you're looking for your next challenge where your expertise will be valued, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Details

• Install, service, and repair Smoke Ventilation / Automatic Opening Vent (AOV) systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve faults, ensuring they meet operational and customer standards.
• Provide expert technical guidance and advice to customers on the correct use and maintenance of AOV systems.
• Accurately complete all required documentation and reports within established timelines.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and other departments to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Inspect, maintain, and diagnose mechanical and electrical components, performing remedial work as needed.
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of electrical circuits within control panels.
• Alongside your normal duties as a hands‑on Engineer, you will be the point of contact for any technical questions from other engineers, as well as training new starters.

Qualifications / Essential Experience

• Previous experience as a Smoke Ventilation Engineer.
• Experience with Installation, service, and repair of Automatic Opening Vent (AOV) systems.
• 17th or 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Skilled in fault finding on electrical control panels, including single-phase and three-phase systems, contactors, relays, inverters, timer relays, compressors, and phase failure relays.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical issues without wiring diagrams.
• Comfortable working at heights.
• Willingness to participate in an on‑call rota.
• Availability for occasional overnight stays as required (all expenses covered).

What’s on Offer

• Monday to Friday (40 hour week)
• Salary: Up to £45,000
• Company van + fuel card
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension contribution
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays
• Overtime available

Only candidates with previous experience in a similar role will be considered.