Commissioning Engineer

Commissioning Engineer
Location: London (UK travel required) | Salary: Competitive | Permanent | Full-time

We are seeking an ambitious and personable Commissioning Engineer with a strong background in smoke ventilation systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified electrician to develop their career, supervise project teams, and work on complex smoke ventilation projects across the UK.

As a Commissioning Engineer, you will:

• Wire, fix, and commission a wide range of smoke ventilation systems from multiple manufacturers.
• Ensure all systems operate correctly under every condition listed in commissioning reports, achieving compliance with design intent, statutory requirements, and recognised standards.
• Supervise and mentor team members of varying skill levels, helping them maximise their technical capabilities.
• Manage projects to ensure timely completion and high-quality delivery.
• Communicate effectively with clients, staff, and management to maintain professionalism and reputation.
• Carry out planned preventive maintenance activities in line with contract scopes, manufacturer guidance, and applicable standards.
• Travel all across the UK, including periodic stopovers and overtime.
• Exercise delegated authority to implement commissioning changes, stop unsafe work, or refuse tasks where health and safety could be compromised.

• Full, clean driving licence required.
• Qualified electrician (NVQ Electrical Installations or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years' experience commissioning smoke ventilation systems.
• Strong knowledge of British Standards and legislation, including Approved Document B, BS EN 12101, BS 9999, BS 9991, and BS 7346 pt8.
• Experience with multiple manufacturers' equipment, including Colt, SCS, FDS, and SE Controls (SE Controls training from Level 1-6 advantageous).
• Rooftop Safety / Work Restraint training (e.g., SpanSet), PASMA, IPAF certifications advantageous.
• SSSTS or higher certification beneficial.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.

• Competitive salary with annual review and bonuses.
• Company van and fuel card.
• Company sick pay policy.
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Life Assurance
• Work on specialist smoke ventilation projects across the UK.
• Opportunity to progress your technical skills and take on team supervision responsibilities.

If you are a motivated engineer with a passion for delivering safe, high-quality commissioning projects and inspiring others to achieve excellence, apply today!

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