Job Description:

MOBILE Fire Engineer - 3 Vacancies (North London x2, South-east London - Lewisham x1)

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 possible

Ideal 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 rota

What 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 insurance

PLEASE NOTE - All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for these roles.

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