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Security Service Engineer Southampton

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Fire and Security

05-May-2026

Security Service Engineer (Temporary Sub-Contract Role)

V7 are recruiting experienced Fire & Security Service Engineers to support a national commercial contract across the S outhampton / Portsmouth area. This is a multi-skilled role with a stronger focus on security systems, including access control, intercoms, and CCTV.

This role offers stable, long-term subcontract work across commercial sites in the region.

The Role
  • Initial 6-month rolling contract
  • Monday to Friday working pattern (weekend work available)
  • Servicing and maintenance of security systems (primary focus) – access control, intercoms,
  • Fault-finding and reactive repairs across security systems
  • Basic servicing and maintenance of fire alarm systems and emergency lighting where required
  • Working across commercial sites throughout Southampton & Portsmouth
  • Managing workload effectively while meeting service deadlines
Benefits
  • Outside IR35
  • Competeive day rate
  • Weekly pay every Friday
  • Overtime readily available
  • Travel time paid
  • Long-term, ongoing contract
  • Working on established commercial sites
  • Opportunity to develop skills while working for a national client
Requirements
  • Proven experience with security systems (access control, intercoms, CCTV)
  • Basic knowledge of fire alarm systems and emergency lighting
  • 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.
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