Sprinkler Engineer

UK Dry Risers Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay for evenings/weekends

Full-time permanent role

Friendly team culture

Job summary

UK Dry Risers is seeking a Field Service Engineer to service and test commercial and residential sprinkler systems across Manchester and the North West. You will perform PPMs, repairs, and testing to high standards, with the potential to lead solo jobs and support the team.

The role offers premium pay for out-of-hours work, full-time employment, and a supportive culture within a growing fire safety group. A full UK driving licence and LPCB knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working on commercial or industrial sprinkler systems.
• A full UK driving licence is required.
• Solid understanding of LPCB standards (LPS1048 / TB203).
• Good problem-solving mindset and IT skills for digital worksheets.
• Right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and testing sprinkler systems to LPCB standards.
• Reacting to system faults and carrying out minor remedial works.
• Leading some solo jobs and supporting team activities.
• Occasionally covering out-of-hours callouts (premium rates) and travelling to other UK locations.

Skills

Sprinkler systems experience

UK driving licence

LPCB standards knowledge

Problem solving

IT skills

Job description

Field Service Engineer – Sprinkler Systems (commercial and residential)

Location - Manchester/ North West Region covering surrounding areas

Salary - £40,000 per annum

Looking for a role where your skills matter, your efforts are appreciated, and the people around you genuinely care? We’ve built something solid at UK Dry Risers — a strong team, a supportive culture, and the stability that comes from being part of PTSG, one of the UK's leading fire safety groups.

We're looking for an experienced Field Service Engineer to help us keep commercial and residential sprinkler systems running smoothly and safely. You’ll be out in the field, carrying out PPMs, repairs, and testing to the highest standards (LPS1048 / TB203).

What makes us different?

It’s the team. Engineers and back-office support work together closely — no red tape, no "that’s not my job" attitudes. Just good people, doing important work, and helping each other get it done.

What you’ll be doing:

• Servicing and testing sprinkler systems to LPCB standards
• Reacting to system faults and small remedial works
• Taking the lead on some solo jobs and supporting others in a team
• Occasionally covering out-of-hours callouts (paid at premium rates) and travelling to other uk locations.

What you’ll need:

• Previous experience working on commercial or industrial sprinkler systems
• A full UK driving licence
• A solid understanding of LPCB standards (LPS1048 / TB203)
• A problem-solving mindset and good IT skills for digital worksheets
• The right to work in the UK without sponsorship

What’s in it for you:

• Premium pay for evening/weekend work
• Full-time, permanent job security in a growing industry
• A genuinely friendly culture and long-standing team you’ll want to stick with

Dry risers are vertical water mains fitted into staircase enclosures or similar, with outlet valves on each floor to enable the fire brigade to connect to the water supply at ground level. The current standard for the installation of dry riser systems is BS9990 2015. We source all components from the leading manufacturers worldwide to ensure that all installations are fitted with the highest-grade components available.

About PTSG

PTSG Group is a leading provider of specialist services across the UK and Europe.

Through the acquisition of high-quality specialist businesses, PTSG has built a group of industry-leading companies delivering services across Access & Safety, Electrical Services, Building Access, Fire Solutions, and Water Treatment.

With over 3,300 specialists supporting 90,000+ customers across 200,000 buildings offering over 170 different services, we are committed to delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality services nationwide.

At PTSG, our aim is simple. To be a great place to work and a great company to do business with.

Armed Forces Covenant

PTSG Group is proud to support the Armed Forces community and has formally signed the UK Armed Forces Covenant.

We recognise the valuable skills and experience that service leavers, veterans, reservists, and military families bring to the workplace, including leadership, teamwork, resilience, and technical expertise.

As part of our commitment, we guarantee an interview to ex-Forces applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role and are committed to supporting Armed Forces personnel in building long-term civilian careers across our business.

PTSG Group is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion throughout our recruitment process and across the wider business.

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