Sprinkler Service Engineer

Mitie Group plc.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in fire protection is seeking a Sprinkler Service Engineer in Greater London. The role involves servicing and maintaining fire protection systems while providing 24/7 emergency call-outs. The ideal candidate should have experience with valve sets, plumbing knowledge, and a full driving license. This position offers flexible working hours and a competitive salary, along with several benefits including a company vehicle and 25 days holiday.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Life Insurance

Company Vehicle

Mobile Phone

Fuel Card

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in servicing all types of valve sets.
• Ability to carry out 5-point flow tests on sprinkler fire pumps.
• Desirable: Sprinkler Installation Level 2 qualified.
• Must hold a full driving license.
• Experience in Commercial/Industrial buildings.

Responsibilities

• Provide service and maintenance of fire protection systems.
• Deliver 24/7 emergency call-outs.
• Work independently or in a team as required.

Skills

Servicing valve sets

Plumbing/Piping knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving

IT literate

Job description

About Argus Fire

Argus Fire launched in 1982, and is now part of the Mitie Group. We are the UK's class‑leading supplier of fire detection and fire protection systems. We design, install, and maintain all types of automatically operating fire extinguishing systems and electronically activated fire detection and alarm systems for large projects through to servicing small standalone products. We currently have over 200 employees and have offices based in Stourbridge (HQ), Manchester and London. Despite our ongoing success, we are never content on standing still and continue to re‑invest significant amounts into the development of our products, services and platforms. We are growing our service department, which covers clients nationwide and prides itself on excellent service and delivery. Whether it is special risk, detection or any sprinkler system, we provide service and maintenance of systems combined with 24/7 emergency call‑out.

Role Overview

Sprinkler Service Engineer – this role suits a Service Engineer, Multiskilled Engineer, Commercial Sprinkler Engineer or Sprinkler Service Maintenance Engineer. Responsibilities include providing service and maintenance of fire protection systems and delivering 24/7 emergency call‑outs. The role covers a large area of the UK with flexible working hours and locations.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in servicing all types of valve sets – Wet, dry, alternate, deluge and pre‑Action.
• Must be able to carry out 5‑point flow tests on sprinkler fire pumps and general service checks.
• Sprinkler Installation Level 2 qualified would be desirable but not essential.
• Plumbing / Piping Knowledge & fault finding on sprinkler systems – essential.
• Previous experience gained within Commercial / Industrial buildings environment.
• Experienced in small works install.
• Understanding and exposure to reporting electronically.
• Full driving licence.
• DBS check.
• Flexible approach to working hours and location.
• Ability to work unsupervised or in a team.
• Professional, pleasant attitude and smart in appearance, capable of communicating diplomatically to strengthen customer relationships.
• Polite communication skills and ability to know when to esc‑alate problems.
• IT literate – all jobs are booked on tablets.
• Ability to problem‑solve and use own initiative when on site.
• Be punctual and reliable.
• Provide an excellent customer experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, including overtime and call‑outs.
• Life Insurance.
• Company Vehicle.
• Mobile Phone.
• Fuel Card.
• Work Tablet.
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays.
• Argus Fire branded clothing.
• Core working days Monday – Friday (when not on call).