Fire & Security Project Commissioning Engineer

Fire & Security Project Commissioning Engineer

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Fire & Security Project Commissioning Engineer – Midlands based covering the UK.

As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver excellence—from the initial design to long-term maintenance. Our employees are our greatest asset and we empower them with the tools they need to succeed. With Marlowe Fire & Security you will enjoy a vibrant company culture, career progression opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary and vehicle allowance.

• Basic Salary – Competitive
• Overtime & Travel Time – circa £10,000 per annum
• Pension, Life Assurance & other benefits

• Commission fire detection and alarm systems in accordance with relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Conduct site surveys, installation inspections and system performance testing to ensure compliance and functionality.
• Provide technical support and expert guidance to field engineers and project team members.
• Ensure all work is carried out in strict compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate documentation of commissioning activities and produce comprehensive technical reports.
• Deliver system training and operational guidance to end‑users and client staff.
• Plan, schedule and manage labour and materials to ensure timely and cost‑effective project delivery.
• Offer technical expertise across various phases of the project lifecycle as required.
• Attend and contribute to site and project meetings to support successful delivery.
• Provide line management and oversight of assigned engineers and subcontractors, including performance management and task allocation.
• Manage the profitability of assigned projects, ensuring budget adherence and reporting progress to the Project Manager.
• Take full responsibility for health and safety compliance across all project sites.
• Support the team by performing installation, commissioning and minor works when required.
• Uphold and promote Marlowe’s quality, safety and environmental standards in all aspects of work.

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in commissioning security systems across a range of environments.
• In‑depth technical knowledge of leading systems, including Galaxy, Gent, Notifier and Kentec.
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical or Electronic Engineering is desirable.
• Proven experience in delivering engineering projects across both single‑site and multi‑site locations.
• Strong technical background with the ability to communicate effectively and build positive working relationships.
• Solid understanding of major security and fire systems, with a proven track record of involvement in complex projects.

• Fire:
  Gent, Notifier, Kentec, Ziton, Advanced, Morley, C‑Tec, Protec
• Intruder:
  Galaxy, Texecom, Scantronic, Menvier, Risco
• CCTV:
  Hikvision, Dahua, Bosch, Generic Analogue Systems
• Access Control:
  Paxton, PAC, Salto

• Competitive Salary with opportunities to increase earnings through overtime and paid travel time.
• Enhanced Pension Scheme – Plan confidently for the future with our Royal London Pension.
• Comprehensive Life Assurance – life cover equal to 4x your annual salary.
• Generous Holiday Package – paid holidays, bank holidays and an extra day added for each full year of service (up to 25 days).
• Referral Bonus Scheme – earn up to £1,000 for each successful candidate referral with no limit to the number of referrals.
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Support – access dedicated wellbeing resources, tools and support as part of our employee wellness programme.
• Employee Recognition Programme – be rewarded and celebrated for your contribution through our structured recognition initiatives.
• Career Growth & Development – unlock your potential with ongoing training, professional development and clear opportunities for progression.

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