2634 Sprinkler Service Trainee Tech

• Learn a specialist trade in a growing life-safety industry
• Gain NZQA qualifications while you work
• Build your career with a supportive, experienced team

Kickstart Your Career in Fire Protection

Are you practical, reliable and keen to learn a skilled trade? This is a great opportunity to start a long-term career in fire protection as a Trainee Fire Sprinkler Technician, working alongside experienced professionals while gaining recognised industry qualifications.

About Fire Security Services (FSS)

Fire Security Services (FSS) is a privately owned New Zealand leader in fire protection and building compliance services. We work in life-safety, so what we do matters. Our values—Courage, Pride, Integrity and Ambition—guide how we work with our customers, our communities and each other.

The Role

We are looking for a Trainee Fire Sprinkler Technician to join our Wellington service team. This is a full-time role with a minimum of 40 hours per week, focused on learning the servicing, installation, testing and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems.

You’ll work across a range of customer sites, support qualified technicians, and develop the practical and technical skills needed to succeed in the fire protection industry. If you bring a positive attitude, strong communication skills and a willingness to learn, we’ll support you to grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the servicing, testing and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems
• Supporting experienced technicians to diagnose and repair system faults
• Helping with minor installation work and site-based tasks
• Learning safe work practices, including working at heights
• Delivering professional service to customers and site contacts

What You’ll Bring

• A full, clean NZ driver licence
• A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to learn
• Confidence working at heights, or willingness to be trained
• Good communication skills and a customer-focused attitude
• Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail
• Clean criminal history
• Current First Aid certificate is an advantage
• Previous trade, mechanical, plumbing or construction experience would be beneficial, but is not essential

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of $25–$28, depending on skills and experience
• NZQA training and development while you work
• Support from knowledgeable, experienced technicians
• Varied work across different customer sites and project environments
• A clear pathway into a long-term career in fire protection

Please note: pre-employment checks, including drug testing and criminal history checks, will be required.

Apply Now

If you’re ready to learn a trade, gain qualifications and start a rewarding career in an essential industry, we’d like to hear from you. Apply now.