Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Location: Newcastle
Rate: £30.00 per hour
Job Type: Contract

About the Role

Are you an experienced Fire Sprinkler Fitter looking for your next opportunity?

Technical Resources is partnering with a leading provider of commercial fire protection solutions to hire four Fire Sprinkler Fitters on a contract basis. In this role, you will be responsible for the installation and modification of fire sprinkler systems on a commercial refit project, working primarily with steel pipework and ensuring all installations meet the required specifications and safety standards.

This is an ideal opportunity to join an established organisation with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality fire protection installations across UK commercial projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Sprinkler System Installation: Install, fit and modify fire sprinkler systems in line with drawings, specifications and project requirements.
• Pipework Installation: Install and connect steel sprinkler pipework, including measuring, cutting, threading/grooving and fitting as required, ensuring correct positioning, levelling, support and secure fixing throughout.
• Component Installation: Install sprinkler heads, valves, brackets, supports and associated fire protection components to the required standard.
• Modification & Remedial Works: Carry out alterations, remedial works and modifications to existing sprinkler systems as required during the refit programme.
• Testing & Quality Checks: Carry out pressure testing, snagging and quality checks to verify installations meet project specifications before handover.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Coordinate effectively with other trades and site management to ensure works are completed safely, on programme and within specification.
• Quality & Compliance: Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment in full accordance with site health and safety requirements and relevant fire protection industry standards.

Experience & Qualifications Required

Essential:

• Experience: Proven, demonstrable experience as a Fire Sprinkler Fitter, with a track record of installing and modifying sprinkler systems on commercial projects.
• Technical Skills: Strong hands-on experience working with steel pipework, including threading and grooving, on commercial sites.
• Project/Operational Scope: Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, layouts and sprinkler installation specifications throughout the works.
• Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, focus on quality and safe installation, and the ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with other trades and site management.
• Mobility & Eligibility: Right to Work in the UK at the time of application. Role is fully site-based in Newcastle.

Desirable:

• Certifications: CSCS Card (required); IPAF licence (beneficial).
• Sector Background: Prior experience on commercial refit or refurbishment projects; full UK driving licence.

What We Offer

• Competitive Day Rate: £30.00 per hour
• Benefits Package: Competitive contract rate with prompt weekly payroll; ongoing pipeline of commercial fire protection projects offering contract continuity.
• Clear career progression within a growing global sector.

How to Apply

To apply for this Fire Sprinkler Fitter position, please submit an up-to-date CV.

Note: Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK at the time of application.

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