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Job Reference: /GL/16-08/1268/6
Job Title: Sprinkler Design Engineer
Location: National: Manchester, Edinburgh and Glasgow
Hours per week: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
Business Overview
Atalian Servest and OCS have merged to create a new organisation, the OCS Group UK & Ireland. We are a leading facilities management company providing a range of both standalone and integrated services including cleaning, catering, security, technical services, energy management and compliance, front of house, landscaping, logistics, waste management and pest control services. The company has a turnover of £1.5bn and operates across the UK and Ireland with 50,000 colleagues delivering innovative award-winning services to the private and public sectors and supporting the local communities in which it operates.
Job Overview
OCS is currently recruiting for a Sprinkler Designer to join our passionate and driven sprinkler team in Manchester.
Key Responsibilities:
Design Principles: Provide fire sprinkler system designs, including hydraulic calculations, building codes, and industry standards.
Design Projects: Collaborate with key stakeholders both internally and externally to assist in the creation of fire sprinkler system designs for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings.
AutoCAD Proficiency: Proficiency in AutoCAD and other design software to create detailed installation design, co-ordination and as fitted plans and layouts for fire sprinkler systems.
Code Compliance: Designs to comply with local, national, and international fire codes, regulations, and industry standards.
Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to integrate fire sprinkler designs into overall construction and renovation projects.
Site Visits: Participate in site visits to understand project requirements and make necessary adjustments to design plans.
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of design projects, revisions, and changes, ensuring all necessary documentation is up to date.
Continued Learning: Stay updated on industry trends, advancements in fire protection technology, and changes in relevant regulations through ongoing training and professional development.
About You:
- Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
Mandatory
Proven track record in fire sprinkler industry designing commercial sprinkler systems
Hold relevant LPCB qualification, Basic Design in sprinkler system design is a minimum
Expert in AutoCad use
PC literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft.
Valid CSCS card.
Preferred
LPCB FHC calculations
CDM Awareness.
Full driving licence.
Personal Attributes:
Client-focused, professional with the requisite skills to establish and maintain relationships.
A self-motivated person who has the ability to work on their own initiative and achieve stretching targets.
Ability to work calmly and efficiently in a pressurised environment
A team player.
Strong commercial awareness.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Deadline driven.
Benefits
- Wide range of retail discounts
- Discounted gym membership
- Join our Cycle to Work scheme
- Access to “CHROMA”, our internal colleague-led diversity and inclusion community – join a committee or take part in our events
- Access to internal Mental Health First Aiders
- Immediate access to “Opportunity” our internal Learning and Development platform
- Required professional membership fees paid for
- Win monthly Atalian Servest Superstar Awards
How to apply
If you are interested to join a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply!
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