Fire Alarm Engineer

Service & Maintenance Engineer – Emergency Lighting & Fire Alarms (Subcontract)

V7 are seeking skilled Service & Maintenance Engineers to work on a large-scale public sector project in North Yorkshire. This is a long-running contract with our national client, offering consistent, ongoing work and great potential for long-term subcontract opportunities. The role involves servicing and maintaining emergency lighting systems and fire alarm systems across a range of public buildings, including housing, education facilities, and care environments.

Role Overview

• Carry out routine servicing, testing, and compliance checks on emergency lighting in line with BS 5266.
• Service, fault-find, and repair both addressable and conventional fire alarm systems in accordance with BS 5839.
• Respond to reactive maintenance calls and complete remedial works where necessary.
• Provide clear service reports and communicate findings with site contacts.
• Ensure all work is carried out to relevant industry standards and safety regulations.

What’s On Offer

• Stable, long-term subcontract work with a reputable national contractor.
• Monday to Friday schedule, with optional weekend work.
• 6-month rolling contract with the potential for multi-year engagement.
• Rates from £33 per hour, with enhanced overtime rates available.
• Outside IR35 – weekly payments every Friday.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience servicing emergency lighting and fire alarm systems.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding abilities.
• Familiarity with industry standards BS 5266 and BS 5839.
• Electrical isolation qualification preferred.
• Experience in housing, education, or care environments.
• Must hold a current DBS check.