Commissioning Engineer - Salisbury

Commissioning Engineer

Salisbury, UK

£36,000 – £38,000

An established and forward-thinking building services organisation is seeking a skilled Commissioning Engineer to join their Security Systems team. This is a field-based role with national travel, focused on delivering installation, commissioning, and maintenance of various fire alarm systems in line with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out installation, commissioning, and handover of a variety of fire detection systems, including addressable and non-addressable systems, air sampling, beam detection, and wireless technologies.
• Work within defined project deadlines, communicating any delays or risks proactively.
• Commission systems according to specifications and drawings, including cause and effect programming and client handovers.
• Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety requirements and company policies.
• Complete relevant e-documentation (via tablet) and ensure all work meets FIA and BAFE standards.
• Provide technical support across departments and assist in the training and mentoring of junior engineers.
• Supervise third-party contractors on-site as needed (SSSTS required).
• Actively uphold best practices in fire and security, with an emphasis on protecting customer data and sensitive information.
• Support the integration of fire systems with other building services where applicable.
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years' experience in the fire alarm industry.
• FIA qualifications in Advanced and Commissioning (BS5839).
• Strong understanding of BS5839 (all parts) is essential.
• Proven ability to program cause and effects using a laptop across multiple system manufacturers.
• SSSTS certification (or willingness to obtain).
• ECS/CSCS card, IPAF, and Asbestos Awareness certification required.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Strong time management and the ability to work independently.
• Willingness to travel nationwide, including overnight stays during larger commissioning projects.
• Must be flexible with working hours and able to travel at short notice.
• Full clean UK driving licence.
• Willingness to be on-call during system soak tests and warranty periods.
  
  

Work on large-scale, high-profile systems, with access to modern tools and ongoing support. This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional and respected company that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. You’ll be working on large-scale, high-profile systems, with access to modern tools and ongoing support.