Are you a Field Service Engineer with experience in fire, gas detection, commissioning and repair?
My Birmingham based client is looking for a Field Service Engineer - Fire & Gas Detection to join their growing service team.
They are a Birmingham, UK-based specialist in gas and flame detection technology, designing, manufacturing and supporting high-performance portable and fixed gas detection equipment for safety-critical environments.
The role is remote, ideally from Birmingham or the surrounding areas, with travel to customer sites across the assigned territory.
Responsibilities for the remote Field Service Engineer - Fire & Gas Detection:
Provide installation, commissioning, service, repair, diagnosis and troubleshooting support for gas detection equipment and systems, acting as a visible technical point of contact for customers.
Provide daily service, repair, installation and commissioning support on gas detection equipment and systems.
Plan and undertake routine service calls within defined territory, maximising productive time and service revenue and allowing sufficient time to respond to emergency call outs.
Oversee diagnosis and troubleshooting activity, ensuring customer issues are resolved efficiently and professionally.
Ensure the maintenance of an appropriate level of spares, consumables and accessories carried in the company vehicle to support the efficient performance of servicing and repairs.
Control individual expenses within agreed budget levels and to maintain company assets in line with maintenance schedules.
Ensure any test equipment is calibrated and tested at the defined intervals.
Instruct customers in the operation and maintenance of systems, acting as a liaison on technical and administrative matters.
Provide weekly and monthly reports to the Service Manager, including call plans for the following week.
Skills and requirements for the remote Field Service Engineer - Fire & Gas Detection:
Fault finding skills.
Ability to schedule and manage a work diary effectively.
Computer literate.
Ability to read circuit diagrams and electrical drawings.
Experience working to risk assessments, method statements and Permit to Work schemes.
Full Driving Licence.
The package includes a company vehicle, overtime and a very competitive package.
To apply for the Field Service Engineer - Fire & Gas Detection role, please send your CV to KGraveney@redlinegroup.Com or call on 01582878817....Read more...
An innovative organisation operating at the forefront of the space sector is seeking a Ground Segment Systems Team Lead to provide technical leadership across the development, integration and operation of critical ground segment systems.
This is a senior position offering significant autonomy, combining technical leadership, systems engineering and people management. You will work across the full ground segment lifecycle, from conceptual design and requirements through to integration, testing, deployment and operational support.
You will act as a key technical interface between systems engineering, ground segment software and mission operations teams, ensuring ground systems are robust, integrated and capable of supporting complex space missions.
The Role
Key responsibilities will include:
- Owning ground segment system architecture, requirements and technical baselines across multiple subsystems.
- Leading requirements capture, derivation, allocation, traceability and compliance.
- Defining and leading integration, verification and validation activities, including end-to-end testing.
- Ensuring consistency across interfaces, data flows, configuration and software releases.
- Providing technical leadership through design reviews, technical governance and subsystem acceptance.
- Supporting the development of ground systems and software, including mission control, mission planning and ground station interfaces.
- Defining engineering and development approaches and supporting solution testing and delivery.
- Acting as the technical interface with suppliers and key internal stakeholders.
- Supporting mission operations through troubleshooting, maintenance, training and resolution of technical issues.
- Producing technical documentation and supporting planning, risk management and technical reporting.
Team Leadership
You will lead a small team of approximately 46 ground systems engineers, with responsibility for:
- Technical task planning, prioritisation and allocation.
- Reviewing and overseeing the team's technical output.
- Mentoring and developing engineers.
- Identifying skills and resource requirements.
- Supporting recruitment, interviews and onboarding.
- Conducting appraisals and probation reviews.
- Supporting technical engineering activities where required.
About You
You should have:
- A degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Engineering or a related discipline.
- 5+ years' industry experience in the design and development of satellite ground segment or user terminal systems.
- Experience with C/C++, Java and/or Python.
- A strong understanding of ground segment architectures and how different components interact.
- Experience leading or managing a small technical engineering team.
- Experience working alongside spacecraft or mission operations teams.
- Understanding of project lifecycles and system acceptance processes.
- Knowledge of ECSS standards.
- Proven software development experience across requirements, design, development, integration, testing, deployment and maintenance.
Desirable Experience
- 2+ years' experience managing systems engineers.
- 8+ years' experience within satellite ground systems or user terminal technologies.
- Experience working within Scrum/Agile development environments.
- Experience with Mission Control Systems, particularly SCOS-2000.
- Knowledge of spacecraft communications protocols and standards such as CCSDS, CAN or SpaceWire.
- Experience working across the full mission lifecycle.
What\'s on Offer
- Hybrid working and flexible hours.
- Optional compressed working pattern.
- 25 days' holiday, increasing to 28 days with service, plus bank holidays.
- Private healthcare.
- Life insurance and long-term sick pay.
- Visa sponsorship considered.
- Relocation assistance.
- Modern engineering and technical facilities.
- Professional development and career progression opportunities.
- Regular team and social events.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Ground Segment or Systems Engineer to take a significant technical leadership position, combining hands-on engineering with team management and playing a key role in the delivery and operation of complex space systems.
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A leading satellite communications organisation is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to join its Access Networks engineering team, supporting the design, integration, and deployment of next-generation satellite communications systems.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the development of advanced 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN), working across cutting-edge satellite programmes and helping deliver innovative connectivity solutions. You will contribute throughout the full systems engineering lifecycle, from requirements definition and architecture through integration, testing, and operational deployment.
Working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment, you will collaborate with systems, software, network, and operations teams while acting as a technical authority across complex communications programmes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead systems engineering activities for Radio Access Network (RAN) and Access Network subsystems.
- Develop and manage system requirements, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Support the design, integration, validation, and deployment of advanced satellite ground segment capabilities.
- Design and validate 5G NTN Layer 2 and Layer 3 features in line with 3GPP standards.
- Lead simulation and modelling activities to evaluate system performance and inform engineering decisions.
- Develop test methodologies, tools, and validation campaigns for new network capabilities.
- Support the deployment of laboratory and test infrastructure for next-generation communications systems.
- Collaborate with software, systems, operations, and programme teams to successfully introduce new services.
- Investigate and resolve complex technical challenges across multiple engineering disciplines.
- Contribute to future radio resource management strategies to maximise network performance and efficiency.
- Monitor industry developments and emerging technologies, helping shape future system architecture and technology roadmaps.
- Provide technical leadership during integration, testing, and service introduction activities.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Degree in Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications, Satellite Communications, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline.
- Strong systems engineering experience within telecommunications or satellite communications environments.
- Knowledge of Radio Access Network (RAN) technologies.
- Understanding of:
- 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN)
- Satellite propagation
- Modulation and coding
- Mobile satellite and VSAT systems
- Experience developing system requirements, specifications, and technical documentation.
Desirable Experience
Experience with any of the following would be advantageous:
- 3GPP 5G standards
- Satellite ground segment systems
- Terrestrial mobile network design and operation
- Radio resource management
- RF systems and antenna technologies (Ka, L or Q/V Band)
- Performance modelling, simulation, and data analysis
- Large-scale telecommunications or satellite network integration programmes
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to work on some of the most advanced satellite communications programmes currently in development, helping deliver next-generation global connectivity solutions.
You'll join a highly collaborative engineering environment where you'll influence system architecture, contribute to innovative technologies, and work across the full lifecycle of complex satellite communications systems.
Benefits
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Pension scheme and private healthcare.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge satellite and 5G NTN technologies.
- Collaborative engineering culture with exposure to complex international programmes.
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Workshop Apprentice
Are you passionate about technology and keen to build acareer in IT? We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic workshop apprentice to join our growing team.
This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experienceworking with a wide range of IT equipment while completing a recognised apprenticeship programme. You'll work alongside experienced engineers, learninghow to build, configure, test, repair, and prepare devices for customer deployments and business use.
About the Role
As a workshop apprentice, you'll support the day-to-dayactivities of our workshop whilst developing valuable technical skills andindustry knowledge. You'll receive practical training and mentoring fromexperienced engineers and gain exposure to a broad range of IT hardware,software, and deployment processes.
This role is designed to help you build the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed for a successful career in IT support, engineering, or infrastructure.
What You'll Be Doing
Hardware Build & Configuration
Assisting with the build, configuration, and testing of laptops, desktops, servers, printers, and other IT equipment.
Learning how to install operating systems, software applications, and updates.
Supporting device imaging and deployment preparation activities.
Carrying out quality checks to ensure devices are ready for customer use.
Preparing equipment for delivery, installation, or collection.
Workshop Operations
Supporting the day-to-day running of the workshop.
Assisting with equipment booking-in and booking-out procedures.
Helping maintain accurate records of devices and assets.
Learning workshop processes and best practices.
Maintaining a tidy, organised, and safe working environment.
Repairs & Diagnostics
Learning how to diagnose and troubleshoot hardware issues.
Supporting engineers with repairs and component replacements.
Recording repair work and technical findings accurately.
Escalating complex issues to senior team members when required.
Stock & Asset Management
Assisting with receiving and checking supplier deliveries.
Supporting stock management and inventory activities.
Helping track IT equipment throughout the build and deployment process.
Supporting stock audits and asset management tasks.
Teamwork & Development
Working closely with workshop engineers, service desk teams, projects, and procurement.
Participating in apprenticeship learning and development activities.
Building technical knowledge through practical experience and formal training.
Developing strong communication, organisation, and customer service skills.
What You'll Gain
A recognised IT apprenticeship qualification.
Hands-on experience in a professional IT environment.
Training and mentoring from experienced engineers.
Exposure to enterprise IT hardware and technologies.
Opportunities for career progression within the business.
A supportive and collaborative team environment.
Training:Firebrand’s sector-leading Level 3 Information Communication Technician (L3ICT) Apprenticeship Programme trains apprentices to deliver efficient operation and control of the IT and Telecommunications infrastructure and to deliver and support the information systems needs of an organisation. Options include pathways for Support Technician, Network Technician and Digital Communications Technician.
Firebrands course is delivered either Online (online live instructor led), or face to face in the classroom environment (your choice). Our Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Learning Mentors (LMs) and world-leading trainers prepare apprentices to work across multiple sectors.
Completion of this apprenticeship will provide learners with the following world class vendor certifications in addition to the Information Communication
Technician apprenticeship:
Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
CompTIA IT Fundamentals+
Certiport IT Specialist Networking
Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
Key areas covered are:
Support Technician
Maintenance or repair of systems faults
Support for the roll-out of installation and commission of new systems or upgrades Training Outcome:Following successful completion of apprenticeship the idea is to move the individual into a workshop engineer role. within the company.Employer Description:As a Workshop Apprentice, you'll support the day-to-dayactivities of our workshop whilst developing valuable technical skills andindustry knowledge. You'll receive practical training and mentoring fromexperienced engineers and gain exposure to a broad range of IT hardware,software, and deployment processes.
This role is designed to help you build the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed for a successful career in IT support, engineering, or infrastructure.Working Hours :7,5-hour shifts between 8 am-6 pm with 1 hour lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Enthusiasm to learn,To develop new skills,Ability to follow instructions,Time management skills,Positive attitude,Written communication skills,Basic computer literacy,Commitment....Read more...