Junior Fire, Smoke & Electrical Engineer

Location: Erith

Junior Fire & Smoke Engineer

Location:

Erith, Kent
Working Area:
London & Home Counties
Employment:
Full-time
About the Role
We are looking for a Junior Fire & Smoke Engineer to join our growing Fire & Electrical department.
This is a great opportunity for someone who already has some hands-on experience with fire alarm systems, smoke ventilation or AOV systems and wants to develop their career further within the industry.
Fire and smoke experience is the key requirement for this role. You do not need to be a fully qualified Fire Alarm or AOV Engineer, and we are not looking for an electrical design engineer or someone whose experience is primarily CAD/design based.
You may come from a background such as Fire Alarm Engineering, AOV/Smoke Ventilation, Fire & Security, Fire Maintenance, Electrical Maintenance with fire alarm experience, or another closely related building services environment.
You will work alongside experienced engineers carrying out PPM, testing, servicing, fault finding and minor remedial works across high-end residential developments, apartment blocks, commercial properties and managed estates.
Full training and support will be provided to develop your technical knowledge and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities
Fire Alarm Systems
Assist with the planned preventative maintenance and testing of fire alarm systems.
Carry out routine inspections and testing of fire alarm panels, detectors, sounders, call points and associated equipment.
Assist with fault finding and investigation of fire alarm faults.
Replace basic components where appropriately trained.
Identify defects and report issues requiring further investigation.
Assist senior engineers with remedial and installation works.
Complete accurate service reports, test results and job sheets.
Smoke Ventilation & AOV Systems
Assist with servicing and testing of Automatic Opening Vents (AOVs) and smoke ventilation systems.
Test smoke vents, actuators, control panels and associated equipment.
Assist with fault finding on AOV and smoke control systems.
Check the operation of smoke control equipment and associated interfaces.
Identify defective components and report findings to senior engineers.
Assist with remedial works and component replacement.
Develop your knowledge of AOV and smoke ventilation systems within residential and commercial buildings.
Electrical
Carry out basic electrical checks and maintenance associated with fire and smoke systems.
Assist with fault finding on electrical equipment connected to fire alarm and AOV systems.
Work with control panels, power supplies, batteries, relays and associated wiring.
Assist with emergency lighting inspections and testing.
Develop your electrical knowledge as part of the wider role.
This is not an electrical design or CAD-based position. The role is primarily hands-on servicing, maintenance, testing and fault finding of fire alarm and smoke ventilation systems.
PPM & Reactive Maintenance
Attend scheduled PPM visits across London and the Home Counties.
Respond to reactive fire and smoke system faults where required.
Follow company PPM schedules and ensure all required checks are completed.
Complete engineer job sheets through the company's internal system.
Provide photographs, test results and clear descriptions of defects.
Highlight remedial works to the senior engineer and office team.
Working Within Residential Developments
A large part of the role will involve working within high-end residential developments and apartment blocks.
You will therefore be expected to:
Deal professionally with residents, concierge teams and estate managers.
Work respectfully within occupied apartments and communal areas.
Maintain a clean and tidy working environment.
Protect residents' property and building finishes.
Follow site-specific access and permit procedures.
Communicate clearly when explaining issues or works required.
Training & Development
We will support the successful candidate in developing their technical knowledge and qualifications.
Training may include:
Fire alarm servicing and testing.
AOV and smoke ventilation systems.
Emergency lighting.
Fire and smoke system fault finding.
Manufacturer-specific fire and smoke system training.
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