Sprinkler Designer

As our client continues to grow, we are looking for several sprinkler designers to join a highly successful Main Contracts team. Situated within the department is over 40+ years combined experience, so you'll be sure to get the support, knowledge and experience to enable you to succeed in this role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure AutoCAD designs meet the contract design brief.
• Identify/update & communicate design issues, i.e. drawing standards, non- conforming issues etc. to the Operations Manager Project Manager.
• Develop further knowledge & understanding of LPC/BS EN 12845 Sprinkler rules NFPA and FM Global Datasheets along with associated hydraulic calculations such that the LPCB Basic Design Competence/Inspection Competence qualification can be obtained. **
• Designs to be 'checked' on site (where appropriate) to verify pipe routes/avoid clashes etc.
• All design drawings must be reviewed and signed off by the relevant personnel prior to fabrication using our Design Checklist (DCL) with copies retained in the contract file.
• Check design quantities against tender quantities and raise any anomalies with Project Manager/line manager.
• Ensure all drawings are issued appropriately to all parties and that approval has been received, as necessary. All final Construction Issue drawings are provided to fabricators, installers etc. approvals@afsprinklers should be copied in to drawings submitted for approval.
• Where relevant. Attend Contract Handover Meetings.
• As Fitted drawings to be produced throughout the contract detailing any changes to pipe routes, pipe supports etc.
• To report and work under the direction of their line manager.
• Build & maintain good customer relations, repeat business is essential for the success and growth of the Business along with effective working relationships with HFP operatives and sub-contract installers.
• Effective/Correct Use of QMS
• To assist all other departments and team when necessary and required

Any other duties deemed necessary to the operational functions of the business which fall into the scope of the job holders knowledge, experience and /or skills.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• AutoCAD 2D experience is essential
• LPC Qualifications are preferable- Basic / Intermediate
• Full UK Driving License is essential
• Experience in an engineering field is essential
• Microsoft Office experience is essential.
• An excellent telephone manner for making initial contact and for ongoing communication with customers and business associates
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills - needed for communicating with a wide range of people, both internally and externally
• Good IT skills is essential
• A professional manner and presentable appearance for meeting customers/clients
• Initiative and good decision-making skills
• The ability to motivate yourself and set your own goals
• Great organisational skills
• Good networking skills
• The ability to think strategically
• Initiative and the confidence to start things from scratch

Strong organisational skills, the ability to successfully complete several tasks concurrently, maintain high levels of attention to detail, maintain documentation, record keeping and meet deadline.

Package:

• Competitive Salary (dependant on experience)
• Annual Leave: Up to 34 days per year (including bank holidays with Christmas close down)
• Hours: Flexible working times from 07:00-18:00 Monday - Friday

Rewards:

• Company Bonus: We offer company bonus schemes (subject to performance)
• Company vehicle or car allowance
• BUPA: Private healthcare scheme
• Pension: A competitive company pension scheme
• Life Assurance: Scheme to protect you and your family.
• Annual Leave increase scheme: The longer the service, the more holidays you get.
• Long Service Awards: We believe in longevity so, we reward it.
• Dynamic: We have a dynamic, friendly, professional, and outgoing team
• Training & Development: We invest in our teams to excel and grow within their role as industry leaders.
• Succession and Progression: We believe in succession, progression and promotion for all.