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Smoke Ventilation & AOV Engineer

Job details
Posting date: 29 April 2026
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 29 May 2026
Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Recruitment Helpline Ltd
Job type: Permanent
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Summary

Excellent opportunity for a Smoke Ventilation & AOV Engineer to join a well-established company based in Bolton

Salary: £32,000 - £40,000 per annum
Location: Bolton, Manchester (with national travel)
Jobs Type: Full Time / Permanent

Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a leading specialist in smoke ventilation systems? We are seeking a skilled Smoke Ventilation Engineer to join our client’s dynamic team, delivering service, and maintenance of smoke control and mechanical ventilation systems across a range of commercial and residential projects.

Key Responsibilities
• Service and maintain smoke ventilation and control systems, including AOVs, SHEVs, pneumatic, and mechanical extract systems
• Conduct system diagnostics, fault finding, and repairs
• Perform routine servicing in line with relevant standards
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and site managers to ensure smooth project delivery
• Complete accurate service reports and documentation
• Provide technical support and advice to clients when required

Requirements
• Experience on smoke ventilation systems would be beneficial.
• Strong understanding of AOVs, SHEVs, mechanical extract systems, and control panels
• Electrical or mechanical qualifications (NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent preferred)
• IPAF, PASMA (advantageous)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Willingness to travel, work nights and working away from home occasionally.

Benefits:
• Company van
• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme


If you are passionate about fire safety, take pride in high-quality work, and want to join a growing company with exciting projects, we’d love to hear from you!


The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.

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