Senior Sprinkler Designer

Zero Fire is an exciting, fast-growing company, which has recently become the largest installation company for commercial and residential fire protection systems in the Waikato. We offer whole package services to our clients, from in-house design to project management and system installation, which makes us a unique player in the industry. This means we can offer you diversity in your role. We are a supportive and accepting team, who take pride in our strong work ethic and continuous improvement approach. We pride ourselves on delivering quality services and we value our staff. 

Job Description

Join our Fast-Growing Team at Zero Fire in this key role as a Senior Sprinkler Designer and utilise your experience in fire system design. You will produce fire design drawings at tender stage, including sprinkler systems, fire hydrant systems and fire alarm systems in the most with CAD.  No two days will be the same in this variety packed role, and you will get the opportunity to further your career beyond expectations! Key responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing tender documents prior to commencing design.
• Carrying out hydraulic calculations for sprinkler design.
• Completing design parameters, including NZFS approval.
• Ensuring limited variances in the design between proposed design and as built drawings.
• Visiting sites to ensure the design is as accurate as possible.
• Communicating with fitters as necessary to ensure design is practical for installation requirements.
• Attending site services meetings.

Qualifications

This role will cover work in the Waikato and Bay of Plenty and we are looking for an experienced AutoCAD operator and Microsoft Office user, with skills in Revit and AutoCAD 3D. You have a strong technical aptitude, exceptional customer service skills, you’re a motivated team player with excellent communication skills and attention to detail. Ideally you will have fire protection experience; your attitude and work ethic are key. You will possess a full driver’s licence and the right to live and work in New Zealand.

Additional Information

A committed team-oriented individual you enjoy supporting others, you’ll demonstrate an eagerness for continuous improvement and efficiency creation while aspiring to grow within the company. A clean driver's license and full NZ working rights are required. You will become a pivotal member of the team, where your ideas will be listened to and your contribution valued, join a growing business today, apply now. We offer:

• Competitive wage rates (based on experience and knowledge)
• A day off on your birthday
• In-house mentoring and training
• Regular site visits
• Diversity in the systems you’d be designing
• Training in the fire protection industry standards
• The potential to grow your career into project management or similar roles
• A supportive, family friendly environment
• A great team to work with