Sprinkler Fitter
Location: Knoxfield, Victoria
Company: AESM
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent (Mobile / On-Site)
Due to our continuous growth, we have an exciting opportunity for full-time Sprinkler Fitters to join our service team in Knoxfield. This role suits an individual who is enthusiastic about contributing to the success of our business while delivering high-quality inspection, testing, servicing, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems and fire pump sets across a variety of client sites.
You’ll support our growing client base to ensure we continue providing outstanding customer service and compliant fire protection solutions. If you are looking for a hands-on role with diversity, autonomy, and long-term career growth, this opportunity is for you.
This role will be a key position within our operations team, working under the guidance of the Operations Manager, with responsibilities including, but not limited to:
- Conduct routine inspection and testing of sprinkler systems and fire pump sets
- Perform sprinkler flow testing across diverse building classifications
- Testing of sprinkler and hydrant pump sets
- Carry out fault finding and troubleshooting activities
- Perform visual inspections of sprinkler heads, valves, pipes, and associated equipment
- Record test results, maintenance activities, and deficiencies identified during inspections
- Complete service reports and compliance documentation accurately and on time
- Liaise with customers and site contacts to coordinate testing activities
- Support minor breakdown repairs and servicing works, including 5-yearly servicing of wet fire systems
- Maintain safe work practices and contribute to the company’s safety culture
- 36 hour week
- Competitive wages, yearly increases, RDOs, overtime and on-call opportunities
- Career growth – paid training, study leave, and structured development pathways
- Top-tier equipment provided – mobile phone, tablet, uniforms and PPE supplied
- Recognition and rewards – spot recognition vouchers and 2,000 dollar employee referral bonus
- Health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits – Fitness Passport, employee discounts, and optional flu vaccinations
- Additional employee benefits with Flare including novated leasing options
- Paid parental leave and volunteer leave
- Safe systems of work and supportive leadership
- Fully maintained company vehicle
- Fuel card and phone provided
- EBA hourly rates
- Previous experience and qualifications as a Sprinkler Fitter within the Fire Industry
- Registered Sprinkler Fitter qualification through the VBA (Victorian Building Authority)
- Advanced exposure in testing diverse wet fire systems across various building classifications
- Experience testing sprinkler and hydrant pump sets
- Proficient in conducting sprinkler flow testing
- Strong fault finding and troubleshooting capabilities
- Proficient reporting and documentation skills
- Current Victorian drivers licence
- OH&S Induction Training / White Card
- Ability to work autonomously with strong time management skills
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office for reporting and documentation
- Strong operational and safety skills
- Effective communication skills at all levels
- Strong customer service focus
- Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
- Willingness to learn new skills and technologies
- Strong focus on safety and reliability
- Experience with minor breakdown repair works and 5-yearly servicing of wet fire systems highly regarded
- Successful applicant required to undertake Police and Working With Children checks