Job Description:

Fire Alarm & Emergency Lighting Engineer (Subcontract) – London

• £270–£290 per Day
• Outside IR35
• Weekly Pay Every Friday
• 3-Month Rolling Contract
• Monday to Friday
• Long-Term Work Available
• Immediate Start Available

We are currently seeking experienced Fire Alarm & Emergency Lighting Engineers to support a busy service and testing contract across London.

This is an excellent opportunity for engineers looking for consistent subcontract work, with the contract operating on an initial 3-month rolling basis and the potential for ongoing extensions.

The role will primarily involve fire alarm testing, emergency lighting testing, planned maintenance and identifying faults/remedial works across a portfolio of sites throughout London.

Scope of Work The successful engineers will be responsible for:

• Carrying out routine fire alarm testing and inspections
• Emergency lighting testing and maintenance
• Planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
• Identifying faults and required remedial works
• Basic fault finding and repairs where required
• Completing test sheets, service reports and associated documentation
• Ensuring all work is completed in line with relevant British Standards and client requirements
• Working independently and managing a daily workload across London
• Delivering a professional service while working within occupied buildings

Location Work will be carried out across sites throughout London.

Contract Details

• £270–£290 per day, depending on experience
• Outside IR35
• Weekly pay every Friday
• Monday to Friday
• Five days per week
• 3-month rolling subcontract
• Potential for ongoing extensions
• Consistent workload
• Immediate starts available

Requirements

• Proven experience working with fire alarm systems
• Experience carrying out fire alarm testing and PPM
• Experience testing and maintaining emergency lighting
• Good understanding of BS 5839 and BS 5266
• Strong fault-finding skills
• Previous service and maintenance experience
• Valid DBS or willingness to complete a new DBS check
• Relevant fire alarm/electrical qualifications or certifications
• Full UK driving licence
• Own tools, fire alarm testing equipment and suitable transport
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Professional and comfortable working within occupied buildings

Apply Now Apply today to secure a 3-month rolling subcontract opportunity with consistent work across London and strong potential for ongoing extensions.


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