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About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised and experienced Installation Operations Lead to oversee our team of installation and commissioning engineers. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and securing labour resources necessary for the successful installation of fire alarm systems. This role requires a strong understanding of fire alarm technology, exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality service.
Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, and mentor a team of installation and commissioning engineers, ensuring effective performance and professional development.
- Plan and coordinate installation projects from inception to completion, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
- Oversee the scheduling and allocation of labour resources, ensuring that the right skills and personnel are available for each project.
- Collaborate with clients, project managers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and deliver solutions that meet their needs.
- Conduct site assessments and risk evaluations to determine the best fire alarm solutions and installation methods.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies throughout the installation process.
- Monitor and maintain project progress, addressing any issues or challenges that may arise promptly.
- Provide technical support and guidance to the installation team, troubleshooting problems as necessary.
- Manage inventory and procurement of installation materials and equipment, ensuring availability for upcoming projects.
- Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, including reports, schedules, and budgets.
- Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices to continually improve installation processes and service delivery.
Requirements
- Engineering, Project Management, Fire Alarm Technology or equivalent work experience.
- Proven experience in fire alarm system installation and project management, preferably in a managerial role.
- Strong knowledge of fire alarm technologies and installation practices.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop engineers.
- Exceptional organisational and planning abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients and team members.
- Proficient in project management software and tools.
- Relevant certifications in fire alarm installation or project management.
- May be required to undertake a DBS check.
Skills
- Fire alarm technology
- Project management
- Leadership
- Team management
- Organisational skills
- Planning abilities
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Project management software and tools
Location
- Central London
- London, GBR
Work Type
- On-site
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Experienced
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive & negotiable depending on experience
Benefits
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Contributory company pension scheme
- Car allowance
- Life Assurance
- Private medical scheme
About the Company
- At Hall & Kay, we deliver complex fire protection and security solutions to protect what matters most to our clients.
- As technical experts our focus is on the lifetime value of a project.
- We can design, supply, install, test and maintain all types of sprinkler, gas suppression, fire detection, and integrated security systems.
- With 140+ year trading experience and a strong project delivery culture, we are proud to have built lasting relationships with some of the UK’s most respected companies in all areas of industry and construction.
- Our culture, ‘the Hall & Kay way’, is a people thing. We know we can achieve more when we work as a team – with clients, with the communities we serve and in our own business.
- Our people create safety every single day, using their skills and experience to adapt to changing situations and rise to the challenges presented to them.
- It’s our people that make us trusted to deliver.