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Installation & Commissioning Tech - Ventilation/Smoke Systems

London
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Job Title: Field Service Installation & Commissioning Engineer
Job Location: London
Shifts: Days Mon-Fri
Salary: £45,000 per year + company vehicle
Hours Per Week: 47.5hrs per week
Start Date: ASAP

Company Summary:
Leading specialist with over 40 yrs experience in the Smoke and Environmental Ventilation Systems

Position Summary:
You will be responsible for the Installation, Commissioning and Testing of control systems for ventilation/smoke systems on high rise buildings

You will be expected to carry out the following:

  • Accurately install Control systems maintaining quality and accurate records of paperwork
  • Fault finding, diagnosis and repair to mechanical and electrical components
  • Commission control systems on sites
  • Take responsibility for the accuracy and quality of your work
  • Always promote safe working practices and making sure company equipment is safe including (PPE, Company vehicle and phone)
  • Project Planning and decision making both individually and as part a team to ensure work is delivered on time and to the highest standards

    Person Profile:
    You will be a highly self-motivated individual, possessing excellent communication skills and able to work both individually as well as part of a team

    Experience/Qualifications:
  • Minimum Level 2 C&G/EAL Diploma in Electrical installations
  • Experience with fire alarm/safety systems, CCTV, or low voltage control systems preferred but not essential
  • A full clean driving licence
  • Ability to work flexible hours when required are essential
  • Experience of site-site based work and comfortable working at heights
  • Working from towers and aerial platforms will be a regular part of the role

    Employee Benefits:
  • Up to 35 days holiday per year
  • Day off for your birthday
  • Company Van + fuel card
  • Company credit card for expenses when required to stay away
  • Life insurance cover
  • Company pension scheme

    Contact Information:
    Email: (url removed)
    Phone: (phone number removed)

    Please note due to the volume of applications, we can only commit to contact those candidates we deem suitable for the position. However, we may retain your details and contact you in the future should suitable positions arise

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