Fire and security service engineer - Sunderland
CV-LibrarySunderlandcontractPosted: 25 March 2026
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V7 are recruiting experienced Fire & Security Service Engineers, with a strong fire alarm background, to support a national commercial contract based in Sunderland. While this is a multi-skilled role, the position is primarily fire-focused, covering servicing and maintenance of fire alarm systems and emergency lighting, alongside security systems.
This role offers stable, long-term subcontract work on commercial sites across Sunderland and the surrounding area.
The Role
Initial 6-month rolling contract
Monday to Friday working pattern (weekend work available)
Servicing and maintenance of fire alarm systems and emergency lighting (primary focus)
Reactive fault-finding and remedial repairs on fire systems
Servicing and maintaining security systems, including access control and door entry, as required
Working across commercial sites throughout Sunderland
Managing workload effectively while meeting service deadlinesBenefits
Outside IR35
Competitive hourly rate with weekly pay every Friday
Rates from £33.00 to £35.00 per hour
Overtime readily available
Travel time paid
Long-term, ongoing contract
Working on established commercial sites in Sunderland
Opportunity to develop skills while working for a national clientRequirements
Proven experience in servicing and maintaining fire alarm systems
Experience with emergency lighting
Working knowledge of security systems, including access control and door entry
Ability to carry out both planned and reactive maintenance works
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Valid DBS check required
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.
Please note that by applying for this position you are giving consent for V7 Recruitment to process and store your personal data in line with our Privacy Policy. We may contact you about this and other suitable opportunities. You can request your data to be removed at any time by contacting us
V7 are recruiting experienced Fire & Security Service Engineers, with a strong fire alarm background, to support a national commercial contract based in Sunderland. While this is a multi-skilled role, the position is primarily fire-focused, covering servicing and maintenance of fire alarm systems and emergency lighting, alongside security systems.
This role offers stable, long-term subcontract work on commercial sites across Sunderland and the surrounding area.
The Role
Initial 6-month rolling contract
Monday to Friday working pattern (weekend work available)
Servicing and maintenance of fire alarm systems and emergency lighting (primary focus)
Reactive fault-finding and remedial repairs on fire systems
Servicing and maintaining security systems, including access control and door entry, as required
Working across commercial sites throughout Sunderland
Managing workload effectively while meeting service deadlinesBenefits
Outside IR35
Competitive hourly rate with weekly pay every Friday
Rates from £33.00 to £35.00 per hour
Overtime readily available
Travel time paid
Long-term, ongoing contract
Working on established commercial sites in Sunderland
Opportunity to develop skills while working for a national clientRequirements
Proven experience in servicing and maintaining fire alarm systems
Experience with emergency lighting
Working knowledge of security systems, including access control and door entry
Ability to carry out both planned and reactive maintenance works
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Valid DBS check required
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.
Please note that by applying for this position you are giving consent for V7 Recruitment to process and store your personal data in line with our Privacy Policy. We may contact you about this and other suitable opportunities. You can request your data to be removed at any time by contacting us