Senior Commissioning Engineer - Quality Supervisor
FTG Ltd, Cheshunt, England, United Kingdom
We need a qualified electrician with a background in smoke ventilation engineering, eager to develop in a professional, friendly environment.
Role Benefits
* Competitive salary, reviewed annually.
* Company van & fuel card.
* Health benefit cash plan.
* Access to rewards through Perkbox platform.
* Company sick pay policy.
* 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service.
* Bonus payments.
* Company credit card and TradeUK card for van stock purchases.
* Stop‑over premium payments.
* Life Assurance benefit (3x annual salary paid to nominated person(s) in event of death).
Roles & Responsibilities
* A JIB Technician or equivalent with at least 5 years of experience commissioning Mechanical Extract Systems and other smoke ventilation systems within the smoke ventilation industry.
* Work with and site‑supervise team members of varying skill levels, helping them maximise their skill sets.
* Maintain a health and safety conscious mindset and report opportunities to improve to management.
* Demonstrate a strong work ethic and willingness to go the extra mile for the company and customer.
* Manage projects to ensure they are completed on schedule.
* Communicate effectively with customers and staff at all levels, maintaining the reputation of FTG Ltd.
* Be willing to work across the UK, including London, the South East, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, with periodic stop‑overs and overtime as required.
* Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) activities on smoke ventilation systems in line with contract scopes, manufacturer guidance and applicable standards.
* Use FTG company software to raise and communicate quote requirements to the office, including clear scope, asset details, diagnosis, recommended remedial actions, parts/materials and supporting photos/notes.
Decision‑Making Authority and H&S Powers
* Commissioning changes: authorized to implement and adjust commissioning parameters and sequence of operations to achieve compliance with design intent, statutory requirements and recognized standards.
* Stop works: authorized to stop works under your control when unsafe conditions, non‑conformances, design conflicts or quality issues are identified.
* Right to refuse unsafe work: empowered to refuse tasks where health and safety may be compromised, and to instruct team members accordingly.
* Reporting and records: required to document commissioning changes and stop‑work/refusal decisions in company systems, notify the FTG Project/Contracts Manager promptly, and brief affected parties on next steps.
NICEIC Qualifying Supervisor – Roles & Responsibilities
* Act as the nominated NICEIC Qualifying Supervisor for FTG Ltd, overseeing safety, technical standard and quality of electrical work.
* Ensure electrical work complies with BS 7671 and other applicable standards and regulations.
* Plan and provide appropriate supervision of operatives based on risk and competence.
* Proficient in inspection, testing, verification, certification and reporting procedures, ensuring correct issuance of certificates/reports such as EIC, EICR, MEIWC.
* Maintain records demonstrating the availability, suitability and ongoing accuracy of test instruments.
* Safeguard NICEIC certificates and forms, preventing unauthorised use or loss.
* Participate in NICEIC assessments/surveillance and facilitate access to documentation, records and sites for assessment.
* Support the Principal Duty Holder by ensuring compliant delivery, complaints management and corrective actions.
* Promote a positive safety culture and compliance with H&S legislation and company policies.
* Conduct routine inspections of FTG installations and provide certification through the NICEIC portal.
* Supervise team members, ensuring they complete Continuing Professional Development and record it electronically.
Main Duties
* Wire, fix & commission Mechanical Extract Systems.
* Ensure Mechanical Extract Systems are fully operational under all conditions listed on the commissioning report.
* Have a clear understanding of all applicable legislation & British Standards.
* Ensure all work by yourself and others complies with latest standards and guidance.
* Wire, fix & commission a wide range of smoke ventilation products from various manufacturers.
* Manage large or small installations, ensuring the team follows the correct design and standards per drawings.
* Communicate with other trades to ensure smooth completion of a project.
* Maintain the company vehicle (if provided) clean, tidy, and checked regularly as per company policy.
* Exercise delegated authority to make commissioning changes, stop works or refuse unsafe work when required, and record and upscale such actions.
* Perform any other reasonable requests from FTG management.
Job Skills & Qualifications
* Driving licence, experience and academic qualifications are essential.
* Meets NICEIC’s Acceptable AC QS Qualifications (EAS June 2025) – typically including:
Meets NICEIC Acceptance (EAS June 2025)
* Level 3 electrotechnical craft qualification (e.g. C&G 5357 apprenticeship with AM2/AM2S, or C&G 2357/2356/2346/Experienced Worker with AM2/AM2E, or equivalent).
* Current BS 7671 wiring regulations qualification (e.g. C&G/EAL 2382‑18/18th Edition or later).
* Level 3 inspection & testing qualification (e.g. C&G 2391‑52, or 2391‑50 and 2391‑51, or recognised equivalents).
* Minimum 2 years’ technical responsibility for electrical work (as required for the QS role).
* SSSTS or higher; JIB/ECS card holder.
* Rooftop Safety/Work Restraint training (e.g. SpanSet); PASMA (Towers); IPAF (3a/3b).
* Working knowledge of ADB; BS EN 12101; BS 9999; BS 9991; BS 7346‑8; and multiple manufacturers’ equipment (e.g. Colt, SCS, FDS, SE Controls).
* Current, full clean driving licence.
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