Trainee Installation Engineer (Fire Sprinkler Systems)
Salary: £25,000 – £26,000
Location: Stockport (covering North West sites)
Type: Full-time, field-based (early starts required)

Are you practical, reliable and keen to build a long-term career in a hands-on engineering role? Would you value structured training, real responsibility and the chance to learn a specialist trade within a growing safety-focused sector?

Our client is an established and highly regarded fire protection specialist, delivering sprinkler installations across residential and commercial projects. They are now looking to appoint a Trainee Installation Engineer to join their field-based team. This is an opportunity to learn on the job, working alongside experienced engineers on live construction sites while developing technical skills that are in strong demand.

You will play a key supporting role in the installation of fire sprinkler systems, helping with pipework, fittings and associated components. Over time, you will gain a clear understanding of industry regulations and quality standards, while building practical experience in site operations, materials handling and system testing. The role involves regular travel across the North West, early starts, and maintaining a professional approach on client premises at all times.

Job Description

• Support senior engineers with the installation of sprinkler pipework and related components

• Assist with site preparation, materials handling and equipment organisation

• Travel to construction sites across the region as part of a close-knit installation team

• Learn how to check, test and commission installed systems

• Record site activity accurately using handheld devices and company software

• Follow strict health & safety procedures and site-specific requirements

• Contribute to maintaining high standards of workmanship and customer care

Person Specification

• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (essential)

• Strong work ethic and a dependable, punctual approach

• Keen to learn a skilled trade and develop a long-term career

• Comfortable working outdoors and on active construction sites

• Able to adapt to early starts and travel requirements

• Professional, respectful and confident communicating on client sites

• Practical mindset with good problem-solving ability

• Background in the armed forces, construction or a hands-on trade (advantageous)

• Comfortable using smartphones or tablets for work-related tasks

In return, you will receive a salary of £25,000–£26,000, structured on-the-job training, mentoring from experienced engineers and genuine progression opportunities within a supportive and friendly team. This is a business known for the quality of its work and the way it looks after both its staff and clients — making it an excellent environment in which to build your career.

If you are motivated, reliable and ready to invest in your future, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.