About Us
At Kilpatrick Blane Services, we believe that work should support, not consume, your life. As one of Scotland’s only IFC-accredited smoke ventilation specialists, we offer a niche career path with real development opportunities—without compromising on flexibility and work-life balance.
Why Join Us?
* Work–Life Balance: A 34.5-hour week means more time for family, hobbies, or just switching off.
* Wellbeing First: We support our team with personal development, training, and access to mental health resources.
* Supportive Team: We’re a growing business that values forward-thinking people and backs them to succeed.
* Family Values: As a family business, we’re committed to ethics, teamwork, and long-term client relationships.
* Rewards: Pension scheme, 28 days holiday, festive period closure, employee salary sacrifice EV scheme, 24/7 GP and counselling access via our Employee Assistance Program, discounts on entertainment, groceries and more, mentoring opportunities, training and accreditation opportunities, and at least one paid day per year to support a charity of your choice.
About the Role
We’re looking for a Commissioning Engineer to join our skilled engineering team, delivering smoke and comfort ventilation systems across Scotland. You’ll be responsible for installation support, commissioning, servicing, diagnostics, and repair works—ensuring all projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to compliance standards.
This role is ideal for someone with strong technical ability, experience in life-safety or building services systems, and the ambition to develop into a sector specialist.
We're Looking For Someone With:
* Experience commissioning, installing, servicing, or diagnosing life-safety systems – smoke vents, fire alarms, access control, or similar.
* Ability to interpret technical drawings and apply industry regulations.
* Knowledge of BS 7346-8 (or willingness to learn).
* Practical, hands-on ability and problem-solving mindset.
* Strong organisational and communication skills.
* A clean, valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Scotland (minimal overnight stays).
* Valid CSCS or ECS card (or relevant qualifications that allow you to obtain one).
* Eligibility to join the PVG scheme, as some work involves sites with children and vulnerable adults.
Key Responsibilities
* Commission and test smoke ventilation and associated systems.
* Support with installation, repair, servicing, and diagnostics as required.
* Carry out site surveys for new service, repair, and installation contracts.
* Ensure projects are delivered on time, safely, and to compliance standards.
* Adhere to RAMS, maintaining accurate records and job reports.
* Manage van stock, including stored van stock and stock provided for jobs, and support efficient resource use.
* Provide mentorship for junior engineers and lead onsite training when needed.
* Liaise professionally with clients, keeping them updated on job progress and resolving issues effectively.
We don’t just hire engineers—we develop specialists. You’ll receive structured support to expand your technical skills and progress within the company, with opportunities to move into supervisory or project roles as the business and your career grows.
What We Offer:
* Company van (business use, heated seat)
* Company pension
* Employee mentoring programme
* Flexitime
* Referral programme
* Discounts on entertainment, groceries & more
* Salary sacrifice EV scheme
* 24/7 GP and counselling access via Employee Assistance Program
* Training and accreditation opportunities
* At least one paid day per year to support a charity of your choice
* 28 days holiday (incl. festive closure)
Kilpatrick Blane Services Ltd. is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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