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Reading · Posted 14 Oct 2026 · 18 applicants

£35,000 - £45,000 per annum
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Fire Alarm Small Works & Commissioning Engineer

Location: M4 Corridor (Bristol to Reading) or M5 Corridor (Bristol to Worcester)
Coverage Area: South of the M4 and Bristol, with occasional travel into the Midlands. EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN.

We are recruiting for an experienced Fire Alarm Small Works & Commissioning Engineer to join a well-established fire and life safety business. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to focus on commissioning and project work, with no call-out requirement and overtime available.

All commissioning and small install work, the role will involve a small amount of maintenance work. However, it will transition into a dedicated Commissioning and Small Works position in the future.

The Role

  • Commission, test and hand over fire alarm systems.
  • Deliver small works projects, system upgrades, modifications and extensions.
  • Carry out fault finding, diagnostics and remedial repairs.
  • Interpret drawings, specifications and site requirements.
  • Ensure all works are completed to relevant British Standards and manufacturer requirements.
  • Complete all required documentation, including commissioning certificates and work reports.
  • Liaise with clients, site teams and subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered successfully.
  • Identify additional works, defects and compliance issues where appropriate.
  • Maintain high standards of health & safety at all times.

Requirements

  • Proven experience with fire alarm commissioning, small works and maintenance.
  • Strong knowledge of BS5839.
  • FIA Foundation qualification or equivalent experience.
  • Ability to fault find and diagnose system issues.
  • Strong customer-facing and communication skills.
  • Full UK driving licence.

Experience with any of the following systems would be highly advantageous:

  • Advanced MXPro 5
  • Kentec Taktis
  • Morley-IAS

Benefits

  • No call-out requirement.
  • Overtime available at 1.5x rate after 40 hours.
  • Paid travel after the first 30 minutes.
  • Standby allowance of £150 per week when on rota.
  • 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
  • Enhanced sick pay scheme.
  • NEST pension.
  • Life assurance.
  • Health cash plan.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Tech Scheme.
  • Retail discounts.
  • Full manufacturer and industry training opportunities.

This position would suit a Fire Alarm Commissioning Engineer, Fire Alarm Project Engineer, Fire & Security Engineer, Small Works Engineer or Service & Commissioning Engineer seeking a long-term opportunity focused on commissioning and project delivery.

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