Sprinkler Technician

Fire Security Services; Rotorua; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

NZQA training

Company vehicle

Diverse sites

Strong team support

Career progression

Team culture

Job summary

Fire Security Services in Rotorua is seeking a skilled Sprinkler Technician to join our service team. You will service and maintain fire sprinkler systems and assist with installations across a range of sites.

We require a minimum of 5 years’ industry experience, NZQA Fixed Fire Systems Level 4 (preferred), a clean NZ Driver License and solid knowledge of NZS 4541. You’ll need strong fault-finding and customer‑facing skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ on-the-tools experience as sprinkler technician.
• NZQA Fixed Fire Systems Level 4 preferred or commitment to achieving it.
• Strong knowledge of NZS 4541 and sprinkler system compliance.
• Good fault-finding, communication and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Inspection, testing and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems.
• Fault finding, diagnosis and rectification of defects.
• Minor installation, alteration and upgrade works.
• Provide on-site technical support and advice to customers.
• Prepare service documentation and compliance records.
• Participate in rostered after-hours callout service.

Skills

Fault finding

Communication

Safety awareness

Driver license

Education

NZQA Fixed Fire Systems Level 4

Job description

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Fire Security Services – Rotorua, North Island

Fire Security Services (FSS) is one of New Zealand's leading independent fire protection companies, providing fire protection and building compliance services nationwide.

Our reputation has been built on technical excellence, quality workmanship and strong customer relationships. We continue to grow because we invest in our people, support career development and provide the tools, training and backing required to do the job properly.

We live by our company values of Courage, Pride, Integrity and Ambition.

Sprinkler Technician Vacancy

You will be joining our service team in Rotorua, completing service and installation work.

This is a full-time position with a guaranteed 40 hours per week. We provide our customers with 24/7 callout support.

The nature of the work involves keeping cool under pressure and thinking on your feet to solve problems. Your positive attitude, effective communication skills and sense of humour will help you to get along with customers and the team.

The role involves servicing and maintaining fire sprinkler systems. You will bring fault finding skills to the role. From time to time, you may be requested to assist our other branches in the Bay of Plenty.

To hit the ground running, you will need to bring at least 5 years’ experience “on the tools” as a sprinkler technician and ideally you will hold NZQA Fixed Fire Systems L4.

You will hold a full, valid NZ Driver License and have a good knowledge of NZ Sprinkler Standards.

Your role will include, but not be limited to:

• Inspection, testing and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems.
• Fault finding, diagnosis and rectification of sprinkler system defects.
• Minor installation, alteration and upgrade works.
• Providing technical support and advice to customers on site.
• Preparing service documentation and compliance records.
• Participating in a rostered after-hours callout service.

You will bring:

• Proven experience as a sprinkler technician, with a minimum of 5 years' industry experience.
• NZQA Fixed Fire Systems Level 4 qualification (preferred) or a commitment to achieving it.
• Strong working knowledge of NZS 4541, sprinkler system compliance and industry best practice.
• Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• A professional approach with strong communication and customer relationship skills.
• A clean, full New Zealand driver license.
• The ability to work safely at heights.
• A clean criminal history and the ability to pass pre-employment screening.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications.
• Ongoing NZQA training and professional development.
• Fully equipped late-model company vehicle, tools and equipment.
• Diverse and interesting work across a wide range of commercial, healthcare, government and industrial sites.
• Strong technical support and an experienced team environment.
• Long-term career opportunities within a growing national business.
• A team culture built on trust, respect and getting the job done right.

You will be required to undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.