Commissioning Engineer

Commissioning Engineer (BAFE Approved) – Contract
Location: Slough
Duration: 1 month + possible extension
Rate: £400–£420 per day
Working Pattern: 30 consecutive days

The Role
We’re looking for an experienced BAFE Approved Fire Alarm Commissioning Engineer for a data centre project based in Slough.
The engineer must be BAFE registered and authorised to issue official BAFE SP203-1 commissioning certificates and handover documentation upon completion of the works.
The successful engineer must also have strong hands-on commissioning experience with Advanced fire alarm panels and Xtralis VESDA systems, as both systems are installed on site.

Key Responsibilities
•    Commission and test Advanced fire alarm systems
•    Commission, configure and test Xtralis VESDA systems
•    Carry out functional testing and verification of fire detection and alarm systems
•    Identify, diagnose and resolve faults or commissioning issues
•    Ensure systems are commissioned in accordance with BS 5839-1, project specifications and relevant standards
•    Complete all required commissioning records and test documentation
•    Issue official BAFE SP203-1 commissioning certificates and associated handover documentation
•    Work closely with the site and project teams to complete commissioning and handover activities
•    Ensure all works are completed safely and in accordance with data centre site procedures

Essential Experience & Certification
Candidates must:
•    Be a BAFE-registered/approved Commissioning Engineer
•    Be suitably authorised and able to issue official BAFE SP203-1 commissioning certificates and handover documentation
•    Provide evidence of their relevant BAFE qualifications/certification
•    Have proven experience commissioning Advanced fire alarm panels
•    Have proven experience commissioning Xtralis VESDA systems
•    Have the relevant software required to commission Xtralis VESDA systems
•    Have previous experience working within a data centre environment
•    Have a strong understanding of BS 5839-1 and fire alarm commissioning requirements
•    Be confident completing all required commissioning, certification and handover documentation
•    Be available to work 30 consecutive days

Contract Details
•    £400–£420 per day
•    1-month initial contract
•    Potential for extension
•    30 consecutive days
•    Site-based in Slough

Please note: Advanced fire alarm, Xtralis VESDA and BAFE SP203-1 certification experience are mandatory requirements for this position. Candidates must be able to issue the required BAFE SP203-1 commissioning certification on completion of the works.