Security Commissioning Engineer

Linkit Recruitment; Nederland; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Linkit Recruitment is seeking a Security Commissioning Engineer to lead testing and commissioning of Access Control and CCTV systems on major European data centre projects. You will work across international sites, ensuring installations meet designs, specifications and commissioning requirements.

Successful candidates bring hands-on experience with IP networking, fault-finding and documentation, plus willingness to travel across Europe and collaborate with vendors and project teams.

Qualifications

• Experience commissioning Access Control and CCTV systems.
• Knowledge of access control controllers, readers, door contacts and locking interfaces.
• Experience with IP CCTV cameras, recording systems and VMS/NVR platforms.
• Ability to interpret drawings, schematics and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Commission and test Access Control and CCTV systems.
• Carry out point-to-point checks and functional testing.
• Review drawings and device schedules for commissioning.
• Record defects and progress, retest rectified issues.

Skills

Access Control

CCTV

IP Networking

Troubleshooting

Tools

VMS/NVR platforms

IP cameras

Networking equipment

Job description

Security Commissioning Engineer - CCTV & Access Control - European Data Centre Projects

Location: [Netherlands / Austria / Finland]

Employment Type: Permanent / Fixed Term

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Security Commissioning Engineer with hands-on experience commissioning Access Control and CCTV systems?

Would you like the opportunity to work on major European data centre projects?

Our client is a specialist technology and infrastructure contractor delivering complex data centre construction projects and high-specification electronic security installations throughout Europe.

Due to continued project requirements, they are looking for experienced Security Commissioning Engineers to join their delivery team on projects.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within complex, high-specification environments, taking responsibility for the testing, commissioning and technical verification of electronic security systems.

The Role

As Security Commissioning Engineer, you will carry out the testing and commissioning of Access Control and CCTV systems, ensuring installed equipment operates in accordance with approved designs, specifications and commissioning requirements.

Working closely with commissioning leads, installation teams and specialist vendors, you will identify faults, complete functional testing, maintain accurate records and support systems through to final acceptance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Commission and test Access Control and CCTV systems.
• Carry out point-to-point checks, device testing and functional testing.
• Commission access control equipment, including controllers, card readers, door contacts and locking interfaces.
• Test IP CCTV cameras, image quality, recording systems and VMS/NVR functionality.
• Review technical drawings, schematics, device schedules and specifications.
• Execute commissioning test scripts and support witnessed and integrated systems testing.
• Identify faults and carry out first-line technical troubleshooting.
• Record defects, failed tests and commissioning progress accurately.
• Retest rectified defects and maintain commissioning records.
• Support specialist vendors and manufacturers with configuration and testing.
• Assist with technical handover documentation and as-built information.
• Work in accordance with RAMS, permit systems and site safety requirements.

About You

You will have:

• Proven practical experience commissioning Access Control, CCTV or electronic security systems.
• Good knowledge of access control controllers, readers, door contacts and locking interfaces.
• Experience commissioning IP CCTV cameras, recording systems and VMS/NVR platforms.
• Experience carrying out point-to-point checks and functional testing.
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics and specifications.
• A working understanding of IP networking.
• Experience completing commissioning check sheets and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of QA/QC, RAMS and permit systems.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel and work internationally.
• Experience within Data Centres, mission-critical facilities or complex construction environments would be a significant advantage.

The Opportunity

• Work on major European hyperscale data centre projects.
• Join an established specialist technology and electronic security contractor.
• Gain experience within complex, high-specification environments.
• Work alongside experienced commissioning and project teams.
• Competitive salary and project package.