Fire & Security Engineer - East London / Ilford

V7 Recruitment; Ilford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Fire & Security Engineer for a 6-month rolling contract in East London/Ilford, offering £270 per day outside IR35. The role includes planned preventative maintenance and reactive work across various fire and security systems. Ideal candidates will have a proven background in the field and the ability to work independently. Weekly pay and overtime opportunities available.

Benefits

£270 per day

Weekly pay

Mileage claimable

Overtime available

Qualifications

• Experience in PPM and reactive maintenance on fire and security systems.
• Competence in diagnosing and repairing fire alarms, CCTV, and intruder alarms.

Responsibilities

• Carry out PPM and reactive maintenance on fire and security systems.
• Record and report all maintenance and service activity.

Skills

Proven experience as a fire & security engineer

Competent with a range of fire and security systems

Ability to work independently

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Fire & Security Engineer - East London / Ilford

PPM & Reactive Work | 6-Month Rolling Contract | Outside IR35 | £270/day | Weekly Pay Every Friday

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading client for a Fire & Security Engineer to deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive work across East London and Ilford.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled engineer with experience across a range of fire and security systems, looking for a stable, well‑paid role with additional overtime opportunities.

Start Date

Approximately 3‑4 weeks from application, following security clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out PPM and reactive maintenance on fire and security systems
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of fire alarms, extinguishers, access control, CCTV, intruder alarms, and other security systems
• Ensure all work complies with relevant regulations and site standards
• Record and report all maintenance and service activity

Requirements

• Proven experience as a fire & security engineer
• Competent with a range of fire and security systems
• Own tools and valid driving licence
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

What's on Offer

• 6‑month rolling contract
• £270 per day (Outside IR35)
• Weekly pay – every Friday
• Mileage claimable
• Overtime available at 1.5x day rate
• Work in a supportive, professional environment with ongoing opportunities

V7 Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applications will be considered solely on merit and suitability for the role.