Trainee Design Engineer

We are working in conjunction with our partner Rochdale Training Association to recruit for our next generation of engineers. We are seeking to recruit a number of Trainee Design Engineers to join our dynamic and experienced team in Rochdale.

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A&F Sprinklers has been established since 1986 and has seen rapid growth over the past 5-10 years. We are continuing to grow and develop our business and with your help we will all succeed. A&F Sprinklers is now an Employee-Owned Business as part of an EOT.

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What You'll Be Doing:

• Learn and develop to completion of design of automatic fire sprinkler systems.
• Learn and develop to ensure designs meet the contract design brief and are inline with company standard and expectations.
• Learn and develop to identify, update & communicate design issues, i.e. drawing standards, non-conforming issues.
• Learn and develop 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.
• Learn and develop how to check designs on site (where appropriate) to verify pipe routes/avoid clashes, etc.
• Using CAD and various design packages, create a site-specific construction mapped drawing to be used on site.
• Work as part of the team to commission a project from start to finish.

This role requires the successful candidate to attend Rochdale Training Association for their apprenticeship and further development. We create and develop personal development plans and pathways to develop you into a Fire Sprinkler Design Engineer.

Values & Behaviours:

• Makes every effort to live the company’s values through their day to day operation.
• Recognises the role of the team as a part of the company’s overall success and contributes to this through behaviours which demonstrate enthusiasm, flexibility and a 'one team’ approach.
• Ensuring effective communication with the wider business is a priority.

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Necessary Skills:

• Excellent attention to detail with strong communication skills.
• Able to forge strong working relationships with Stakeholders of all levels.
• Level of IT competence, including Excel skills.
• Pro-active approach to problem solving.
• Willingness to learn new skills and thrives being in a fast-paced environment.

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What we can offer you:

• Salary - £13,050 per annum.
• Annual Leave – starting at 30 days per annum including bank holidays, close down for Christmas period.
• Company Performance Bonus – our bonus scheme runs twice per year (in summer and winter).
• Private Health Care – protection for you and your health!
• Life Assurance – giving you peace of mind in the event of passing.
• Employee Assistance Program – that little extra support where you need it most.
• Wellbeing Events – various of initiatives for team building and wellbeing.
• Long Service Awards – ranges from meals to hotels & weekends away!
• Bespoke Development Programs – training and development that suits you, not just a tick in the box.
• Friday Early Finishes – 3pm finishes.
• Various Charity and Social Events – we genuinely care about others.
• Health Surveillance – caring about you and your health.

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Best of all, you’ll be part of an employee-owned business! Interested in having a discussion with us?

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Diversity

We champion and welcome diversity in our teams and ensure all job applicants receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality.

We are not only committed to increasing the visibility and recognition of talent from under-represented groups within our organisation, but the wider industry too.

We ensure we take the time to look after ourselves, each other and the planet, because we’re stronger together.

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What’s Next?

If you're interested in knowing more, drop us your CV and one of our recruitment team will be in touch.

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