Job Overview

 

40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, based on various sites around the greater London

 

Argus Fire launched in 1982, is part of the Mitie Group. We are the UK's class-leading supplier of fire detection and fire protection systems.

 

We design, install, and maintain all types of automatically operating fire extinguishing systems and electronically activated fire detection and alarm systems for large projects through to servicing small standalone products. We currently have over 200 employees and have offices based in Stourbridge (HQ), Manchester and London.

 

Despite our ongoing success, we are never content on standing still and continue to re-invest significant amounts into the development of our products, services and platforms.

 

Why Join Us? Come and work with a talented, motivated, and friendly group of like-minded colleagues. Be supported and encouraged to develop your skills and knowledge through structured training and coaching from experienced colleagues. Be part of a company that invests heavily in apprenticeships futures and ongoing learning and development.

 

Roles and Responsibilities - Project Engineer

 

As part of the main contracts team, you will support a Project Manager(s) in all aspects of project engineering of fire protection systems, based in the London area.

 

The main duties would involve: -

Site surveys

Procurement of labour, equipment and fabrication

Liaising with clients, consultants, suppliers and site managers/supervisors

In partnership with your Project Manager, be involved in the cost control of contracts/projects

Keep records of installation progress and monitor against program of rewards

Keep up to date site records, including diary of all site operatives working on your projects

Maintain compliance on site with issued and approved method statements and risk assessments

Assist with testing and commissioning

Location is covering inside and around the M25

 

Essential Skills

 

CSCS card

Background in commercial sprinkler contracts, wet riser systems and dry riser systems

Strong understanding of Microsoft Office and similar project management software

 

Desirable

 

Understanding of Sprinkler related standards BS EN12845, LPC Rules & BS9990

LPCB Design qualification(s)

SSSTS or SMSTS

NVQ level 3 or above in site management/project management

Understanding of procurement and cost control

A can-do hands-on attitude

Excellent customer service skills, with a friendly approach

Excellent verbal communication skills

Ability to multitask

Willingness to learn and develop

Reliability

 

What Argus Fire Offers

Competitive salary 25 days holidays, plus bank holidays ( 3 days holiday must be used for Christmas shut down) Company pension Life insurance Employee Assistance Program