Senior Installation and Commissioning Engineer

Zitko Consulting ,
Birmingham, West Midlands

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Job Description

Senior Installation/Commissioning Engineer Our client are a well-established security company, based in the Midlands, who specialise in the integration of CCTV and Access control. They have their own access control product which has recently seen a complete upgrade. As a result, the company are seeing a new phase of growth, so are looking for an experienced installation/commissioning engineer to take on this new opening as a Senior engineer for the team. You will work closely with the Installation Manager to co-ordinate and manage the day to day site activities and be responsible for all project changes. Managing on site engineers/sub-contractors during the installation phase and assist with commissioning of electronic security systems. Main Responsibilities · Undertake installation, commissioning and maintenance of electronic security systems when required to NSI Gold standards. · Install access control systems ranging from small systems (up to 5 doors) to large (100 + doors), install the access control hardware and software, commission the access control system then provide customer system training. · Verify the detailed accuracy of equipment specifications at the "pre-installation" stage. · Develop and manage site specific method statements and risk assessments where necessary and ensure that Health and Safety requirements are upheld. · Engage with client early in specification stage to help them refine requirements and to enable better project preparation. · Assist with technical design at sales stage when required. · Liaise with customers and contractors at a local / site level. · Supervise sub-contractors effectively. · Ensure that systems are properly tested and commissioned to NSI Gold standards and assist in the production of O&M documentation. · Ensure that customers receive appropriate and adequate training and maximise customer satisfaction. · Assist in maximising company profits. Essential requirements · 5 years' experience within the electronic security industry at senior engineer level. · Prior experience of managing large scale electronic security projects from start to finish. · Experienced with all areas of complex access control, CCTV and intruder systems. · Experience installing Enterprise level access control systems, installing access control software, commissioning access control systems, providing customer system training on access control. · A broad technical IT knowledge, i.e. installing software/applications, networking and confident with Microsoft Excel/Word packages. · Knowledge of basic electrical principals. · Highly motivated with an excellent attention to detail. · Demonstrated ability to manage several complex tasks concurrently and meet deadlines. · Practical and hands on approach to delivering outcomes. · Self-motivation and self-sufficiency, with excellent time management skills and ability to manage a demanding workload and conflicting priorities. · Ability to learn new information quickly and keep up with changing products and processes. · The ability to communicate effectively and professionally, with the confidence to build working relationships at all levels, both internally and externally. · A logical approach to problem solving and the ability to generate ideas and solutions. · Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both written and verbally. · Willingness to travel nationwide and stay overnight when required. · 5 years checkable work history and able to pass relevant security checks. Package £35,000 + Over time, travel pay, car / allowance + 25 days holiday + benefits (£40-£45k OTE) Laptop, phone, iPad. Location Midlands Reference ZCL34072