About The Company & Role

This established and trusted provider of tailored security and life safety solutions operates across the Fire and Security sector, delivering reliable protection systems to a wide range of clients. With a strong technical team and a focus on compliance and customer satisfaction, the company prides itself on the quality of its installations and ongoing service. This role sits within the engineering team and focuses specifically on commissioning fire alarm, intruder alarm, CCTV, and access control systems. The successful candidate will ensure new systems are installed to specification, fully functional, and handed over in accordance with British Standards and client expectations.

Key Responsibilites

• Commission newly installed Fire Detection, Fire Alarm, Intruder Alarm, CCTV, and Access Control systems
• Complete testing/inspection/verification of system functionality and performance
• Produce accurate commissioning documentation and ensure compliance with all relevant standards
• Provide client demonstrations and system handovers
• Troubleshoot and rectify any issues found during final testing phases
• Collaborate with installers and project managers to ensure smooth handover
• Participate in on-call rota for out-of-hours emergencies (rota to be confirmed)
• Travel to client sites across Essex and surrounding counties

Skills & Experience

• Strong technical knowledge of life safety and electronic security systems – essential
• Proven experience in commissioning Fire Alarm and Security systems – essential
• Familiarity with British Standards – essential
• Experience with integrated systems and commissioning software tools – preferred
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and system schematics – essential
• Excellent documentation and reporting skills – essential
• Strong client-facing and communication skills – essential
• Full UK driving licence – essential

Benefits

• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Company phone + tablet and/or laptop
• Workwear and PPE provided
• 20 days' holiday + Bank holidays
• Overtime available

Hours Of Work

• Monday – Friday: 8am – 5pm (40 hours per week)
• Participation in on-call rota (rota to be confirmed)

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