Apprentice Residential Sprinkler Engineer - A & F SPRINKLERS LIMITED

Summary

A&F Sprinklers is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Residential Sprinkler Engineer. This apprenticeship offers hands-on engineering experience, training across the full sprinkler system lifecycle, and excellent opportunities for career progression within a supportive and employee-owned organisation.

Annual wage

£16,000 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

£8.31 Per Hour

Training course: Engineering operative

Hours: 8.30 am to 4.30 pm Mon to Friday.
37 hours a week

Start date: Friday 16 January 2026

Duration: 18 Months

Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

As an Engineering Operative Apprentice specialising in Residential Sprinkler Systems, you will develop skills across the full end-to-end process of sprinkler engineering. You will gain exposure to design, tenders, project engineering, sales support, office administration, health & safety processes and site-based requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Learning and supporting the full lifecycle of residential sprinkler systems
Supporting tendering, design, and project administration tasks
Assisting engineers and office staff with daily operational requirements
Contributing to technical documentation, reports and customer information
Developing an understanding of health & safety regulations and site compliance
Working as part of a professional engineering team
Attending Rochdale Training to complete the Engineering Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship
Following company procedures, maintaining accuracy and contributing to excellent service delivery

This role offers a unique, varied pathway that combines technical learning, project skills and practical engineering development.

Where you’ll work

Unit 4, Gorrels Way, Trans-Pennine Trading Estate, Rochdale, OL11 2PX

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Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Your training course

Engineering operative

Equal to Level 2 (GCSE)

Course contents

Your training plan

Engineering Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship
Training delivered through Rochdale Training Association, including dedicated off-the-job training and onsite mentoring

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE Maths and English (Grade Grade 4/C or above) essential

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Team working

Other requirements

Some tasks may involve working on-site
Must adhere to strict health & safety standards
Engineering environments can be fast-paced and require accuracy
Commitment to both practical work and apprenticeship study is essential

About this company

A&F Sprinklers has been a trusted provider of fire protection solutions for over 30 years. With a reputation for excellence, innovation and professional service, the company continues to grow and invest heavily in the development of its people. A&F Sprinklers is proud to be an employee-owned business, offering exceptional opportunities for career progression, training and long-term development. This apprenticeship is an ideal starting point for anyone looking to build a lasting career in engineering, specifically sprinkler systems installation, design, and project operations.