Fire Damper / Smoke Engineer

Job Title: Fire Damper / Smoke Engineer

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire

Salary/Benefits: 26k - 40k + Training & Benefits

We are recruiting on behalf of a privately-owned outfit, who specialises in Fire / Smoke Protection and Ventilation. They are seeking a hardworking and reliable Fire Damper / Smoke Engineer, who is competent in undertaking the testing and logging of fire and smoke dampers, in addition to remedial repairs. The majority of works will be within the M25, but travel may be required further afield as the company grows. It is preferred that candidates have some experience with ductwork installations/servicing. The successful candidate can expect competitive basic salaries, in addition to: use of a fleet vehicle, fuel card, pension scheme, annual leave allowance and further development opportunities.

Ideally, you will be based in: Watford, Harrow, Wembley, Potters Bar, Southall, Hounslow, Slough, Windford, Beaconsfield, High Wycombe, Maidenhead, Twickenham, Kingston upon Thames, Mitcham, Epsom, Weybridge, Staines-upon-Thames, Woking, Ascot, Bracknell, Potters Bar, Enfield, Ilford, Barking, Bromley, Croydon, Caterham, Epsom.

Experience / Qualifications:

• Track record working as a Fire Damper / Smoke Engineer within a well-established outfit
• Ideally will hold the Fire Damper ticket
• Good understanding of BS9999 guidelines
• Flexible to travel in line with company needs
• Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills
• Professional manner

The Role:

• Inspecting and logging existing fire / smoke dampers
• Testing of dampers to confirm functionality and compliance
• Highlighting any system performance issues and making recommendations for repairs
• Replacing collars, links and TEK screws
• Installing new dampers
• Interpreting technical drawings
• Producing regular and accurate technical reports
• Providing updates and advice to clients
• Working to agreed deadlines and personal targets

Alternative Job titles: Damper Remedial Engineer, Ventilation Engineer, Smoke Engineer, Fire Damper Remedial Technician.

Future Select are recruiting in the Compliance / Environmental industry, including: LEV / Critical Air / Clean Air / Air Hygiene / Fire Safety; we work with the best clients & candidates and supply the majority of permanent jobs in the market.

We would be interested in speaking to candidates with experience in any disciplines from Risk Assessors, Service Engineers, Account Managers and Business Development/Operational Managers through to Director level.

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