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Smoke Detection Engineers Wanted

Subcontract and self-employed work for smoke detection 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 smoke detection 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

  • Smoke and heat detector installation
  • Aspirating detection systems
  • Detector testing and replacement
  • Domestic and HMO alarm systems

What you need to apply

  • Fire alarm or electrical experience
  • 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 Camden, Hammersmith and Fulham, Greenwich, Hounslow, Waltham Forest. Partner network jobs can be anywhere in the UK; you choose how far you travel.

Questions from smoke detection engineers

Is aspirating detection experience needed?

Only for aspirating systems. Standard detection work is open to all fire alarm engineers.

Do HMO alarms count?

Yes, Grade D systems in HMOs are included.

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 smoke detection engineer

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