Sprinkler Fitter

Sprinkler Fitter

The Equans Fire Protection Services Team are looking to expand our team to service some of Adelaide’s premier establishments such as the Department of Defence facilities, Adelaide Airport and SA Housing Trust.

The primary responsibilities of this role are to service and maintain mechanical fire protection systems (sprinkler) and equipment according to the relevant Australian Standards whilst exceeding customer service expectations at every available opportunity.

About us

Equans Australia and New Zealand delivers integrated, multi-disciplinary technical solutions and facility management services with the aim to provide superior value to all stakeholders using a using an integrated facilities and project management approach. Find out more about Equans ANZ by visiting equans.com.au.

What you will be doing

• Survey customer premises and recommend mechanical fire protection and safety systems and equipment, in accordance with Equans’ procedures and processes.
• Conduct inspection, testing, installation, repair and maintenance of fire Sprinkler Systems and other associated equipment in accordance with Equans procedures and processes, and Australian Standards.
• Complete and provide evidence of maintenance performed on fire protection systems and equipment using the logbooks and associated documents, in an accurate and legible manner.
• Maximise efficiencies via route planning, time management, stock management and service delivery.
• Report work progress and performance by completing productivity / Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reports.
• Participate in the on call roster.

A typical day involves

• Investigating and troubleshooting of issues on sprinkler, gas, foam, and hydrant systems.
• Collecting and ordering parts.
• Liaising with clients and RAAF personnel.
• Completing and receiving jobs on tablet.
• Installing and rectification of fire wet systems.
• Servicing of existing systems.

What you need

• You will have strong communications skills, sound experience with all wet fire requirements and standards, along with the ability to respond to and report on all reactive and proactive client needs.
• Experience working within defence facilities would be advantageous but not essential.
• Previous experience in driving process compliance.
• High standard of written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical skills in reviewing activities and identifying key actions to deliver continuous improvement.
• Up to date product and industry knowledge, and an understanding of where to locate the relevant information.
• A solid knowledge of the applicable Australian Standards relevant to Fixed Systems fire protection equipment.

Qualification and Licensing Requirements

• Driver’s License.
• Certificate III in Fire Protection.
• Plumbing Registration.
• White Card.
• Working at Heights (Desirable).
• Defence Clearance or ability to obtain Defence Clearance.
• Must be an Australian Citizen to obtain Defence Clearance.
• EWP <11 m.
• MSIC (Maritime Security Identification) Card (Desirable) or ability to obtain.
• ASIC (Aviation Security Identification) Card (Desirable) or ability to obtain.
• Working at Heights (Desirable).
• Open Cable Registration (Desirable).
• EAHL License (Extinguishing Agent Handling License) (Desirable).

What we offer

• Medibank Private Staff Discount.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Company vehicle, fuel card and mobile phone.
• Fortnightly RDO
• Generous On-Call Allowance.
• Parental leave.
• Volunteer leave.
• Study leave.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Next Steps

If you are interested in this role, please apply with an up-to-date resume.

Please note that for this role we can only accept applications who are Australian Citizens.

Equans is an EEO employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to the opportunities available.