Type: Permanent
Salary: £40,630 per annum
Realistic earnings: £45,000-£50,000+ per annum with overtime, travel time and call-out payments
Overview
We are seeking experienced Fire Service & Maintenance Engineers to join a growing, high‑performing team. These roles focus on planned preventative maintenance (PPM), repairs and compliance across life‑safety systems within residential and commercial environments. Each day offers a new setting, and engineers are trusted to represent the business professionally while delivering exceptional customer service.There are three positions available:
* Two roles based in North London
* One role based in South‑East London (Lewisham)
These vacancies offer strong long‑term stability, excellent earning potential and clear opportunities for progression.
Key Responsibilities
Service, maintain, fault‑find and commission systems including: Fire alarms, automatic opening vents (AOVs), CCTV, access control, warden call systems and fire extinguishers
Complete accurate engineer service reports
Identify and report system deficiencies or deviations
Maintain and report on emergency lighting and associated equipment
Conduct regular van stock checks and liaise with technical and procurement teams
Maintain a strong Health & Safety mindset, reporting risks promptly
Aim for first‑time fixes wherever possibleIdeal Candidate Profile
Previous experience working with analogue addressable and conventional fire alarm systems
FIA (or equivalent) training to BS5839‑1 Fundamentals
Understanding of BS5839 (Part 1 and Part 6)
Good IT literacy
Full UK driving licence
Flexible approach to working hours (minimum 40 hours per week, Mon-Fri) with the opportunity to significantly increase earnings through overtime, weekend work and participation in an out‑of‑hours rotaWhat You Can Expect in Return
Base salary £40,630, with engineers typically earning £45,000-£50,000+ due to regular overtime and additional payments
Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate
Company vehicle and fuel card
Phone, tablet, full test equipment and power tools provided
22 days' holiday plus UK bank holidays (30 days total)
Ongoing training and career development
Access to a comprehensive benefits package including: Employee assistance programme, wellbeing support, mental health resources, employee discount scheme, pension scheme and death‑in‑service insurancePLEASE NOTE - All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for these roles.
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Salary description
£37000.00 - £40000.00 per year