Trainee Sprinkler Service Engineer

Mitie; Mildenhall; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie is seeking a Trainee Sprinkler Service Engineer to join the service department, primarily supporting RAF Mildenhall and surrounding UK locations. You will assist with servicing sprinkler valve sets, carrying out flow tests, and learning installation tasks while following safe procedures and reporting electronically.

The role requires a flexible attitude to hours and travel, driving licence, and a proactive, customer-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Experience servicing sprinkler valve sets (wet, dry, alternate, deluge, pre-Action).
• Ability to perform 5-point flow tests on sprinkler fire pumps and conduct service checks.
• Plumbing/piping knowledge and fault finding on sprinkler systems.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain sprinkler valve sets across sites.
• Carry out 5-point flow tests on pumps and perform general service checks.
• Assist or conduct sprinkler installations where required.

Skills

Valve servicing

5-point flow tests

Troubleshooting

Client communication

IT literacy

Problem solving

Teamwork

Driving licence

Punctuality

Tools

Sprinkler systems knowledge

Job description

Job Title: Trainee Sprinkler Service Engineer

Reports To: Service Department Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Sprinkler Service Engineer to join our service department. This role will specifically support the service and maintenance works for RAF Mildenhall.

Responsibilities

• -Must have experience in servicing all types of the following 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
• -Flexible approach to working hours and location, as will cover large area of the UK
• -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 upscale problems
• -IT literate as all jobs are booked on tablets
• -Ability to problem solve and use own initiative when on site
• -Be punctual and reliable