Fire Project Engineer/Supervisor

Fire Project Engineer/Supervisor
Location: Linz, Austria
Duration: 12 months with possible extension
Rate: €40–€45 per hour
Working Pattern: 45–50 hours per week, 10/4 rotation
Package: Travel and accommodation provided
Start Date: July

Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Fire Project Engineer/Supervisor to support a long-term fire alarm installation project within a Google Data Centre in Austria. The role will involve working closely with the Company’s Project Manager to ensure smooth delivery across allocated projects, with a strong focus on safety, quality, progress, and compliance.
You will be responsible for supporting the planning, installation, testing, commissioning, and handover of fire alarm systems, including Siemens Cerberus PRO, within a highly controlled and technically demanding environment.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out site surveys and prepare supporting documentation, considering all relevant security and fire risk factors.
Support the planning of fire detection, access control, CCTV, and intruder alarm systems where required.
Ensure all design and installation activity complies with applicable technical and regulatory standards, including EN, BS, HTM, and BAFE/NSI Codes of Practice.
Coordinate installation activities to ensure works are completed in a controlled manner and in line with company procedures and statutory requirements.
Monitor and manage project progress, reporting delays, risks, and required actions to the Project Manager.
Support health and safety management, installation progress, quality control, material management, and test and commissioning.
Produce accurate reports for the Project Manager and other company officers as required.
Attend site meetings and liaise with stakeholders to ensure labour resources are available to meet project requirements.
Accept installations from installers in preparation for commissioning.
Commission and test systems, complete commissioning documentation, and demonstrate system operation to the client or client representative.
Maintain accurate mark-ups of drawings, schedules, snagging lists, and progress records.
Carry out any other job-specific duties reasonably required by the directors.
Keep up to date with relevant technologies and regulatory standards affecting the design and delivery process.

Health and Safety Duties

Complete Safe Starts and Toolbox Talks.
Carry out site inspections and report findings.
Record plant and MEWP inspections where applicable.
Support compliance with company H&S policies and site procedures.
Promote safe working practices at all times across the project.

Quality and Compliance

Monitor installation quality and report non-conformances or snags.
Ensure snags are documented, tracked, and cleared promptly.
Support the management of false alarms and adherence to company quality procedures.
Ensure commissioning and handover records are complete and accurate.
Work in line with BAFE SP203-1 principles for fire detection and alarm systems.

Requirements

EU passport holder.
Electrical qualification.
Experience in fire alarm installation, supervision, or project delivery.
Experience working in data centre or critical environment projects preferred.
Strong understanding of relevant fire and electrical standards.
Good communication, coordination, and reporting skills.
Ability to work a 10/4 rotation and travel for the assignment.

Preferred Experience

Knowledge of Siemens Cerberus PRO systems preferred.

Fire alarm systems in commercial, industrial, or data centre environments.
Commissioning, testing, and handover of life safety systems.
Supervising installers, subcontractors, and site activities.
Working to strict quality, safety, and compliance standards in live environments.