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Fire Alarm Service Engineers Wanted

Subcontract and self-employed work for fire alarm service engineers through our wider partner network.

For engineers and trades only. This page is about joining our wider partner network as a self-employed subcontractor. It is not a customer service: this website's customer services are commercial gas work only. Customers looking for a gas engineer should see our gas services or call 0208 935 5572.

If you are a self-employed fire alarm service engineer looking for subcontract work, you can apply to join our wider partner network. Work is offered job by job when it matches your skills and area. There is no set number of jobs and no guaranteed income.

Typical scope of work

  • Routine servicing to BS 5839-1
  • Device testing and logbook entries
  • Battery and panel checks
  • Defect reporting

What you need to apply

  • Fire alarm servicing experience
  • Knowledge of common panel brands
  • Public liability insurance

Exact requirements depend on each job. Documents are checked on the partner portal.

Where work comes up

Our own gas engineers cover London around the clock, including areas such as City of London, Tower Hamlets, Wandsworth, Brent, Barnet. Partner network jobs can be anywhere in the UK; you choose how far you travel.

Questions from fire alarm service engineers

Is BAFE SP203 required?

Not for individuals; it is a company scheme. Your own experience is what you upload.

Which panels are common?

All the main brands appear. Panel-specific knowledge is listed in the application.

Apply to our wider partner network

Applications are handled on a separate partner portal. You will upload your qualifications and insurance there so they can be checked. Applying does not guarantee work or income.

Apply as a fire alarm service engineer

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