Smoke Alarm Monitoring Officer


Company:	ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD
Salary:	£20.09 to £26.19 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	North West London, NW9 4EW
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	2 Nov 2026
Closing date:	2 Dec 2026

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Summary

Smoke Alarm Monitoring officer needed in North west London Paying £20.09 per hr ref OR120228

Full time hours on a temporary basis

Key Responsibilities

Visit residential properties to inspect and test smoke alarms and identify any faults or compliance issues.
Carry out minor repairs, maintenance, replacements, and installations of smoke alarms and associated fire safety equipment.
Inspect communal areas and identify fire safety concerns, including missing or damaged signage, inappropriate storage, blocked escape routes, and other health and safety hazards.
Install, replace, or update fire safety signage where required.
Report all defects, hazards, and fire safety concerns accurately using company reporting systems.
Remove hazardous items or inappropriate communal storage in accordance with fire safety procedures, often working alongside a colleague.
Ensure all work is completed in line with current fire safety regulations, health and safety legislation, and organisational policies.
Drive between multiple locations throughout the working day, managing workloads efficiently and maintaining accurate records.
Provide a professional and customer-focused service to residents, answering queries and offering guidance relating to fire safety matters.
Liaise with colleagues, contractors, and housing staff to ensure identified issues are resolved promptly.
Maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles in a safe and serviceable condition.

Please note: This is a mobile, field-based role requiring travel between multiple properties throughout the day. A full UK driving licence is essential, as officers will be required to drive to various locations and may be provided with a company vehicle where applicable.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared

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