Fire & Security Project Commissioning Engineer

Fire & Security Project Commissioning Engineer - North West

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 a competitive salary, vehicle allowance, and more!

Basic Salary – Competitive

Overtime, Travel Time circa £ 10,000 per annum

Pension, Life Assurance & much more. – Please see our generous remuneration packages below

Marlowe Fire & Security’s Project Commissioning Engineer’s

Technically engineer, install commission small and large projects across the Marlowe portfolio whilst controlling and planning the projects and commissioning works. Liaise with key clients to ensure programme deadlines are achieved whilst maintaining profitability, Health, Safety and quality to company requirements.

• 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 – Additional 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 – Enjoy peace of mind with life cover equal to 4× your annual salary.
• Generous Holiday Package – Enjoy paid holidays plus bank holidays, with 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 – 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 structured recognition initiatives.
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