Commissioning Engineer - Healthcare in Birmingham

We’re searching for a proactive Commissioning Engineer reporting to the Commissioning Manager. The primary focus of this technical role is to lead the commissioning phase of communication system installations within the Installation Department, primarily in the healthcare sector. This role will cover Nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead & direct all commissioning activity for a project including the lead staff position responsible for and directing all commissioning activities at the site.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure all commissioning activities are integrated into the overall project timeline.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to other commissioning team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Interfacing with various stakeholders including the Project Managers, Field Engineering, and Installation Engineers to provide subject-matter expert advice and leadership regarding commissioning and start-up.
• Oversee the commissioning process, including the testing, validation, and documentation of all systems and equipment.
• Provide 3rd Line Technical Support to the installation department (and service where applicable).
• Responsible for the commissioning and start-up on all major, and, or complex systems, in a controlled sequence and to the project specifications.
• Maintain NSI installation standards, compliance and quality in the field, identify errors/faults, and provide guidance on rectification, and where possible provide one on one field training.
• Identify and resolve any issues or challenges that arise during the commissioning process, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Prepare systems for final inspection and hand over to Operations Team after commissioning procedures are complete.
• Support system handover and client acceptance.
• Report to the installation owner (Project Manager, Installation Manager) on issues regarding commissioning, start-up, schedule and progress.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure a smooth transition from commissioning to full operational status.
• Support on site surveys and site installation meetings.
• Observe the highest standard of Health and Safety and act in accordance with regulations at all times.
• Promote a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with Health and Safety procedures, identifying areas of risk and reporting any faults to the appropriate department.
• Any other duties as reasonably required by the business.
• Consistently provide a high level of customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Technical experience working on communication and paging systems in high pressured environments preferably within the healthcare sector.
• Proactive response to all situations; ability to work alone and think on your feet.
• Proven track record of delivering excellent customer service.
• At least 5 years’ experience in installing/commissioning communication products.
• A strong commercial focus to ensure projects are delivered on budget, on time and to agreed quality standards.
• Experience of project delivery and planning to anticipate future requirements and to mitigate risk.
• Sound knowledge of IP technology & networks.
• Problem solving complex communication installations.
• Exceptional time management & planning skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer and an inclusive employer.