AOV Engineer Mobile

AOV Service Engineer – London (SE1)
Location: London SE1
Salary: £40,000 – £47,000 + Company Van + Bonus + Benefits

CBW Staffing Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading name in the fire safety sector, who are seeking an experienced and motivated AOV Service Engineer to join their expanding team in London.

With over 35 years of industry expertise and a reputation for excellence, this is a brilliant opportunity to join a well-established business that’s growing year-on-year.

The Opportunity: You will play a key role in delivering high-quality servicing, maintenance, and fault diagnosis of AOV (Automatic Opening Vent) systems across a variety of residential and commercial properties.

The successful candidate will ensure critical life safety systems are fully operational, compliant, and aligned with industry regulations.

This is a field-based role offering autonomy, variety, and the chance to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, with access to genuine career progression and development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out service, maintenance, and repairs on AOV and smoke ventilation systems
  
  
• Diagnose system faults and perform necessary repairs or component replacements
  
  
• Ensure all work is compliant with BS5839, BS5266, and BS7671 standards
  
  
• Participate in a 1-in-4 out-of-hours call-out rota
  
  
• Maintain accurate reports, timesheets, and documentation
  
  
• Liaise professionally with building/property managers and internal teams
  
  
• Support reactive maintenance and project delivery when required
  
  

• Proven experience with AOV systems and associated components
  
  
• Strong working knowledge of smoke control systems, dampers, inverters, and detection devices
  
  
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving abilities
  
  
• IT literate with good reporting and communication skills
  
  
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
  
  
• Calm under pressure with a professional appearance and attitude
  
  
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential
  
  
• Electrical engineering background highly desirable
  
  
• Strong understanding of BS5839 and BS7436
  
  

• Basic salary between £40,000 – £47,000 (depending on experience)
  
  
• Monthly performance-based bonus scheme
  
  
• Fully equipped company van
  
  
• Mobile phone, uniform, PPE, tools, and testing equipment provided
  
  
• Private medical insurance
  
  
• Overtime opportunities
  
  
• A chance to join a reputable business with long-term growth and development prospects