What will you do?
The job is also done under titles such as home automation technician or HVAC installation fitter. You prepare the work on site, install very low voltage installations and commission home automation systems. You install, connect and optimise lighting installations, place air conditioning and ventilation systems and put them into service.
- Prepare the work on site
- Install very low voltage installations
- Commission home automation systems
- Install, connect and optimise lighting installations
- Install air conditioning and ventilation systems and put them into service
- Install and connect IoT systems
- Keep work records and tidy the site
Skills to develop
- Electrotechnical insight and the ability to read diagrams
- Working accurately and independently
- Interest in home automation, IoT and energy-efficient techniques
Your foundation for this occupation
Connect installation work with lighting, shading, climate or access controls. Building automation must remain understandable and usable. For work involving electrical risks, the employer determines BA4 or BA5 authorisation for the tasks and installations concerned, considering knowledge, experience and instructions. Completing a course does not automatically grant that authorisation. Ask which site and safety training applies to your assignment.
From preparation to your first day
Develop the practical skills
Practise addressing, functions and simple scenarios on a training system under supervision. Start from a functional description before changing settings.
Check your work
Test controls, feedback and unusual-condition behaviour against the test plan. Hand over clear settings and operating information.
How can you grow?
Specialise in an automation platform, integration or commissioning and progress to systems engineering.
Frequently asked questions
Why discuss scenarios with users?
A technically correct control sequence can still be impractical. Normal operation, exceptions and manual override must suit actual use.