Small Works Engineer

Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our maintenance team for a skilled Small Works Engineer. This role involves the installation, commissioning, maintenance, repair and occasional surveying of various Automatic Opening Vent (AOV) and fire alarm systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality work to our clients, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, commission, maintain, and carry out fault-finding/repairs on AOV and fire alarm systems.
• Work with smoke ventilation systems, including inverters, fans, and dampers.
• Visit client sites primarily within the M25, with occasional nationwide travel and overnight stays as required.
• Work to tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of workmanship and safety compliance.
• Participate in the company’s out-of-hours callout rota, responding to emergency breakdowns as needed.
• Liaise with clients and the internal team to ensure smooth project delivery.

Requirements

• Proven experience with fire alarm systems
• Experience within smoke ventilation systems would be a benefit, although training can be provided.
• Working knowledge of inverters, fans, and dampers preferred.
• Ability to commission open protocol fire panels to a C&E level
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to travel and stay away from home when required.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Qualifications

• FIA training or equivalent fire alarm qualifications.
• CSCS/ECS card.
• IPAF/PASMA certification.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• Overtime and callout allowance.
• Opportunities for training and career progression.