Sprinkler Fitter

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Sprinkler Service Engineer to join our growing Fire Protection team based across the Midlands. The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, fault finding, testing, and repairing automatic fire sprinkler systems and associated fire protection equipment across a variety of commercial, industrial, retail, warehousing, healthcare, and manufacturing environments.

The role requires a strong understanding of sprinkler systems, fire pumps, alarm valve sets, water supplies, and associated control equipment, ensuring all systems remain compliant with current standards and customer requirements.

At Vipond, you will join a renowned fire safety solution and services business who have protected communities and assets for over 50 years. We protect people first, and your health and well-being are important to us. People are at the heart of everything we do and that’s why we are committed to keeping you safe, secure, and happy.

SALARY: Upto £46K (DoE)

• 31 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Company pension (3% employer contribution)
• Employee Referral Scheme (£500 per hire)
• Uniform, all PPE, tools and ongoing training provided
• Company van with fuel card.
• Competitive salary and overtime opportunities.
• Standby and call-out payments.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine inspections, servicing, and maintenance of sprinkler systems in accordance with BS EN 12845 and LPC Rules.
• Service and overhaul alarm valve sets, dry pipe valves, deluge systems and pre-action systems.
• Inspect and test fire pumps, jockey pumps, diesel engines, and associated control panels.
• Fault find and repair sprinkler system defects including flow switches, pressure switches, monitoring devices, pipework, and valves.
• Conduct weekly, monthly, quarterly, six-monthly, and annual sprinkler inspections.
• Complete sprinkler system modifications and minor remedial works.
• Perform safe isolation, draining, refilling, and reinstatement of sprinkler systems.
• Test and commission sprinkler alarms and interfaces with fire alarm and Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Complete all service documentation electronically and provide detailed service reports.
• Liaise professionally with clients, site representatives, and subcontractors.
• Ensure all works are carried out in compliance with health and safety procedures, permit systems, and company policies.
• Participate in an out-of-hours call-out rota when required.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working on automatic fire sprinkler systems.
• Good understanding of wet, dry, alternate, deluge, and pre-action sprinkler systems.
• Experience servicing alarm valve sets and fire pumps.
• Ability to identify and rectify sprinkler system faults independently.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work safely on customer sites and manage permit-to-work systems.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• LPCB Basic Service Engineer qualification.
• CSCS or ECS card.
• IPAF certification.
• PASMA certification.
• First Aid at Work qualification.
• Experience working within oil and gas, warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and high-risk environments.

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Additional Information

About Us, Our Culture & What We Can Offer You

At Vipond, you will join a renowned fire safety solution and services business who have protected communities and assets for over 50 years. We protect people first, and your health and well-being are important to us. People are at the heart of everything we do and that’s why we are committed to keeping you safe, secure, and happy.

Vipond are looking for committed individuals of the highest calibre to join our expanding team. From on-site training to University Degree courses, we will provide you with the support and training to fully develop your potential.

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