Protec Engineers - Midlands x2

Job description

Job Title: Protec Fire Alarm Engineers (Subcontract)
Location: Derby / Leicester / Nottingham
Contract: 3 Months Initial (with option to extend)
Start Date: Within 3 Weeks
Status: Outside IR35


The Role We are looking for two experienced Fire Alarm Engineers with Protec system experience to support a live housing contract across Derby, Leicester and Nottingham.

The role will involve a mix of 1st and 2nd fix installation work, testing, fault finding and commissioning of Protec 6500 panels, along with other advanced fire alarm systems. Engineers will be working across multiple housing sites as part of an ongoing programme of works.


Pay & Benefits

• £33.00 – £35.00 per hour (depending on experience)
  
  
• Outside IR35
  
  
• Door-to-door pay
  
  
• Weekly pay
  
  
• 5 days per week consistent work
  
  
• Initial 3-month contract with likely extension
  
  
• Online timesheet portal for easy submission
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Installation of fire alarm systems (1st and 2nd fix)
  
  
• Testing and commissioning of Protec panels
  
  
• Working on advanced fire alarm systems
  
  
• Fault finding and system checks
  
  
• Ensuring works are completed to industry standards
  
  
• Working across occupied housing properties
  
  

Essential Requirements

• Experience working with Protec fire alarm systems
  
  
• Experience installing and commissioning fire alarm panels
  
  
• Ability to work independently
  
  
• Valid DBS (or willing to obtain)
  
  
• Own tools and transport
  
  

Desirable

• Experience with advanced fire alarm panels
  
  
• Door entry system experience
  
  
• Experience within housing or social housing environments
  
  
• ECS/CSCS card (preferred)
  
  

Teams interview required prior to start.

If you have Protec experience and are available within the next few weeks, please apply with your CV outlining your relevant experience.


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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Leicester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

07-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English