Smoke Ventilation Systems Commissioning Engineer

Senior Smoke Ventilation Commissioning Engineer – £50,000–£60,000

• £50,000–£60,000 (depending on experience and level of responsibility)
• Career development opportunities
• Hertfordshire based company with some varied projects across the UK
• Supervisory opportunities available at senior level
• 22 days plus bank holidays
• No on call rota
• Bonus scheme, perk box, life assurance, sick pay, health cash plan

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Smoke Ventilation Commissioning Engineer to work on a varied portfolio of projects within the fire safety and building services sector.

The role will suit an engineer with strong technical knowledge of smoke ventilation and mechanical extract systems, who can confidently commission, test and troubleshoot systems to ensure they operate safely and comply with relevant industry standards.

For candidates with more extensive experience, there is also the opportunity to take on supervisory responsibilities, overseeing site teams, providing technical guidance and supporting the successful delivery of projects.

Reporting to the relevant project management team, you will be responsible for the commissioning, testing and technical delivery of smoke ventilation systems across a range of projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Commissioning, testing and validating smoke ventilation and mechanical extract systems.
• Carrying out fault-finding, diagnostics and remedial works to ensure systems operate correctly.
• Ensuring all commissioned systems comply with project specifications, building regulations and relevant industry standards.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics and commissioning documentation.
• Completing commissioning reports, test records and handover documentation.
• Supporting project planning, coordination and the preparation of estimates and quotations.
• Liaising with clients, contractors, site managers and internal project teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Providing technical advice and resolving issues encountered during installation and commissioning.
• Maintaining high standards of health and safety, workmanship and professionalism.
• Travelling to sites throughout the UK, including occasional overnight stays as required.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate:

• Proven experience commissioning smoke ventilation systems, ideally including mechanical extract systems.
• Strong technical knowledge of smoke control systems, building regulations and relevant British Standards.
• Electrical installation, testing or commissioning qualifications appropriate to the role.
• Experience fault-finding and resolving technical issues on site.
• The ability to read and interpret technical drawings and system specifications.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work professionally on client sites.
• A practical, organised approach with a strong focus on quality, safety and compliance.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK.
• Must be comfortable working at heights.

Please note:

If you have not been contacted within 7 days, your application for this position has been unsuccessful