Apprentice Fire Sprinkler Design Engineer FIRE SECURITY SPRINKLER INSTALLATIONS LTD

A fantastic opportunity for someone with passion for design & engineering. The Apprentice Engineering Technician will acquire experience in all aspects of the exciting & demanding Automatic Fire Sprinkler industry whilst gaining knowledge & experience working in design, project management & delivery of projects to meet budgets & timescales.

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Closing date: 30 Jun 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,000.00

  • Working week

    The normal working hours are expected to be 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 3.45pm on a Friday

    Total hours per week: 36.25

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    02 Sep 2024

  • Date posted

    25 Jan 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Higher
    Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000225378

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

Apprentices will gain real workplace experience of the varying roles required to successfully design and install automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems.  These roles include:

  • Design: Utilising the latest 3D BIM and CAD software including
  • Revit, Navisworks and AutoCAD, the design of each system is a unique challenge: co-ordinate pipework, plant and equipment with other services; meet stringent design criteria and international standards to ensure flows & densities meet the protected risk; size pipework based upon hydraulic modelling of flows and pressures under varying scenarios.
  • Project Management: Learn to effectively programme timelines to achieve delivery of projects to fixed budgets and deadlines.
  • Sales and estimating: Understand specifications within tender packages and calculate anticipated quantities and costs to meet deadlines and budgets; liaise with customers to meet their expectations whilst achieving the companies' business requirements.
  • Service & Maintenance: in-depth knowledge and understanding will be developed so that complex plant and equipment is proactively serviced and maintained; reactively diagnose & problem solve to overcome technical issues.

The training you will be getting

Level 4 Building Services Engineering Senior Technician delivered by Skills4Stem.

A Level 4 qualification in Construction and Built Environment that meets the knowledge requirements of the standard and is approved by the Engineering Council as meeting the learning outcomes specified for EngTech at level 4. 

The blended programme would be delivered as follows:

  • Skills4Stem eLearning online (24/7)
  • Skills4Stem workbooks
  • 1 full day face-to-face or remote training session per month
  • 1 full day face-to-face or remote workshop per month
  • Unlimited 1-2-1 remote support

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, it is anticipated that full-time employment will be offered down a chosen career path.

Fire Security (Sprinkler Installations Ltd), established in 1972, has built an enviable reputation in the field of both water and foam-based fire protection systems. Fire Security specialises in the design, installation, servicing and maintenance of active fire protection systems.

Over 50 years of experience makes Fire Security one of the UK’s foremost companies in the active fire protection industry. Our drive and determination to offer the best possible Fire Protection solution with the best service on time is what makes Fire Security stand out from the competition.

Being one of the highest achievers in the industry, having LPCB 1048-1 Level 4 Approval, with complete ISO9001 quality assurance, and determination.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade (Grade 4-9)) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade (Grade 4-9)) Essential
A Level or equivalent Ideally engineering /design based (Grade E or above) Essential

Things to consider

A passion for design and engineering with a practical mindset.

About the employer

We specialise in the design, installation, servicing and maintenance of active fire protection systems. Over 50 years of experience makes us one of the UK’s foremost companies in the active fire protection industry. Our drive and determination to offer the best possible solution with the best service on time is what makes Fire Security stand out from the competition. Being one of the highest achievers in the industry having LPCB 1048-1 Level 4 Approval, with complete ISO9001 quality assurance. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0sMw80QHoxc

Employer

FIRE SECURITY SPRINKLER INSTALLATIONS LTD

Address

HOMEFIELD ROAD

HAVERHILL

SUFFOLK

CB9 8QP

Contact

Richard Pipe

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Training

Training provider

SKILLS4STEM LTD.

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Building services engineering senior technician

Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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