Fire Protection Fitter

Mercury; Cork; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercury is seeking a Fire Protection Fitter to lead sprinkler installation and maintenance across Cork and the wider Munster region. You will supervise projects, interpret drawings, and ensure works meet fire protection standards while staying compliant with safety procedures.

The role requires a National Craft Certificate or equivalent and hands-on experience with sprinkler systems, pumps, and testing. Travel across multiple sites is expected as part of the duties.

Qualifications

• National Craft Certificate or equivalent trade qualification.
• Experience as sprinkler pipefitter/installer within fire protection.
• Knowledge of LPC and FM sprinkler standards and requirements.
• Safe Pass certification and Manual Handling certification.
• Willingness to travel and work across Cork and Munster.

Responsibilities

• Install, modify, maintain, and repair sprinkler systems across project environments.
• Lead the delivery of small to medium sprinkler installation and sustaining works.
• Plan and coordinate works to meet programme requirements and client expectations.
• Conduct site surveys and coordinate with design teams.
• Review sprinkler drawings and technical documentation for accuracy.
• Work independently and take ownership of projects and maintenance tasks.
• Liaise with clients and develop positive working relationships.
• Manage day-to-day site activities for sprinkler installations.
• Drain, refill, test, and recommission sprinkler systems.
• Test fire pumps and associated interfaces where required.
• Ensure works comply with drawings, specs, and fire standards.
• Track progress and escalate risks to timelines.
• Attend meetings and coordinate with project teams.
• Support commissioning, testing, fault finding, and verification.

Skills

Sprinkler install

Site supervision

Drawing interpretation

Health & safety

Education

National Craft Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Fire Protection Fitter, Cork, Ireland

Mercury is the European leader in construction solutions.

We build and manage complex engineering & construction projects for the world’s leading corporations. Our solutions help deliver technologies and life changing advancements that connect people, communities, and businesses, giving them the power to achieve incredible things. Our people have the courage to be innovative. Their determination and sharp focus enable us to deliver with certainty, time and time again.

We deliver our clients’ visions through leading edge construction solutions across multiple sectors, including Enterprise Data Centres, Advanced Technology & Life Sciences, Hyperscale Data Centres, Fire Protection.

At Mercury, it is our duty to encourage and back our people to realise their vision of themselves. We place them at the heart of what we do, providing challenging opportunities to develop within a great team in a supportive environment that allows them to reach their full potential.

Scope of the Role

The Sprinkler Lead Installer is responsible for the installation, maintenance, modification, and commissioning support of fire sprinkler systems across a range of sustaining and project works. Operating predominantly throughout Cork and Munster region, the role will involve supervising and delivering small to medium-sized sprinkler installation projects while maintaining strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating site activities, interpreting sprinkler system drawings, supporting surveys and design coordination, and ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with relevant fire protection standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities Of The Role

• Install, modify, maintain, and repair fire sprinkler systems across a variety of project environments.
• Lead the delivery of small to medium-sized sprinkler installation and sustaining works projects.
• Plan and coordinate works to ensure delivery in line with programme requirements and client expectations.
• Conduct site surveys and support coordination activities with design teams.
• Review and interpret sprinkler system drawings and technical documentation.
• Work independently and take ownership of assigned projects and maintenance activities.
• Liaise directly with clients and develop positive working relationships.
• Manage and coordinate day-to-day site activities associated with sprinkler installations.
• Carry out draining, refilling, testing, and recommissioning of sprinkler systems.
• Operate and support testing of fire pumps and associated fire alarm interfaces.
• Ensure installations comply with approved drawings, specifications, and fire protection standards.
• Track project progress and identify any issues that may impact delivery timelines.
• Attend project meetings, planning sessions, and coordination meetings where required.
• Support commissioning, testing, fault finding, and system verification activities.
• Ensure all works are completed in accordance with company health and safety procedures.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and company vehicles to required standards.
• Complete required site documentation, reports, and records.
• Travel as required to support project and client requirements across multiple locations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and best practice in fire protection installations.
• Carry out any other duties associated with the role.

Essential Criteria For The Role

• National Craft Certificate or equivalent trade qualification.
• Experience as a sprinkler pipefitter or sprinkler installer within the fire protection industry.
• Strong knowledge of sprinkler system installation, maintenance, and testing.
• Experience interpreting sprinkler drawings and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of LPC and FM sprinkler standards and requirements.
• Competent in draining, refilling, testing, and recommissioning sprinkler systems.
• Experience operating fire pumps and associated fire protection systems.
• Safe Pass certification.
• Manual Handling certification.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel as required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver to strict deadlines.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and quality standards.

Desirable Criteria

• Construction industry background.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Experience working within Data Centre, Industrial, Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences, or Mission Critical environments.
• Knowledge of fire alarm interfaces and integrated fire protection systems.

Mercury is an equal opportunities employer.