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Posted 21 July, 2026

Fire & Security Service Engineer - Student Accommodation Project - NW

V7 Recruitment
Manchester, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Fire & Security Service Engineer (Subcontract) – Manchester £33.00 - £35.00 per Hour Outside IR35 Weekly Pay Every Friday Long-Term Contract Immediate Start Available We are currently seeking an experienced Multiskilled Fire & Security Service Engineer to join a long-term student accommodation project based across Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity to secure consistent contract work with a well-established fire and security contractor. You’ll be working on a large student accommodation portfolio, carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across multiple occupied and newly refurbished sites. Scope of Work The successful engineer will be responsible for: Servicing and maintaining fire alarm, intruder alarm, CCTV, access control and intercom systems Fault finding, diagnostics and reactive repairs Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) Small remedial works and system upgrades Completing service reports and associated documentation Ensuring all work is completed to current industry standards and client requirements Delivering a high level of customer service whilst working within occupied buildingsLocation: Work will be carried out across student accommodation sites throughout Manchester. Contract Details £33.00 - £35.00 per hour Outside IR35 Weekly pay every Friday 5-day working week Overtime available Enhanced overtime rates Long-term project with consistent contract work Immediate start availableRequirements Proven experience servicing and maintaining fire and security systems Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills Experience with fire alarms, CCTV, access control, intruder alarms and intercom systems ECS/CSCS card preferred Full UK Driving Licence Own tools and transport Ability to work independently and manage workload effectivelyApply now to secure a long-term contract on a major student accommodation project with consistent work, overtime opportunities and weekly pay. 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