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You’ll be responsible for the installation, commissioning, servicing, fault-finding and repair of combustion systems at client sites, including boilers, burners, fuel trains, control systems and auxiliary equipment. You’ll work independently on site while keeping to high standards of safety, quality and compliance. You’ll report to the Lead Combustion Engineer / Branch Manager.\n\n POSITION INFO:\n\n Key responsibilities Attend breakdowns, carry out fault-finding and follow through on opportunities identified on site Start up and commission equipment on site, ensuring all systems operate to specification Carry out burner modifications and retrofits in the workshop, followed by panel-to-burner testing Design control panel drawings and layouts, and liaise with panel builders Compile BOMs and review cabling and installation material specifications Conduct site surveys for new installations Provide remote technical support to clients and run training on installed equipment Complete site reports, COCs, commissioning packs and handover documentation Perform software downloads, backups and updates on completion of site work Do remote monitoring and analysis of customer sites, including monthly reporting Support and train junior technicians Contribute to Field Services sales targets, client presentations 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