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A&F SPRINKLERS LTD

Junior Proposals Engineer

Rochdale
£25k – £35k/yr
Posted 1 day ago
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Location: Rochdale | Hours: Full-time


Join a Team That Puts People First

At A&F Sprinklers, we’ve been delivering expert fire protection solutions for over 30 years. Our team is dynamic, professional, and committed to excellence. We invest in our people and believe in progression, training, and long-term success.

Are you looking to kick-start your career in Engineering? We have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Proposals Engineer to join our team in Rochdale. This role is ideal for someone eager to learn, develop technical skills, and gain hands-on experience in the design and development of sprinkler systems, building a successful long-term career.


Key Responsibilities

As part of this role, you will support the Sales team and work collaboratively on large-scale fire protection projects, gaining valuable hands-on experience in the industry. You will learn to use hydraulic calculation software, prepare accurate cost estimates, and develop key skills in estimating, proposal writing, and customer relationship management.

The role offers the opportunity to build a strong understanding of project specifications and client requirements, while expanding your knowledge of sprinkler system design standards, including LPC BS EN 12845, NFPA, and FM Global. You will also take responsibility for a range of administrative duties, liaising with customers and suppliers, and helping to manage enquiry workflows to ensure projects progress efficiently and professionally.

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What We're Looking For

The Ideal Skills:

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office/Excel
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Ability to collaborate and work in a team, as well as independently
  • Outgoing and positive personality
  • Detail, organized, and time management

The Desirable Skills

  • AutoCAD experience
  • Engineering Background

What You'll Gain

  • A structured training programme with hands-on experience in engineering
  • Practical experience using industry-standard design software
  • Ongoing mentoring from experienced engineers
  • Opportunities for career progression within the design or wider engineering teams

What We Offer

Salary

  • £25,000 - £35,000 per annum (dependant upon experience)

Hours

  • Full-time position with flexible working hours (flexi-time), allowing you to manage your schedule while meeting project and team needs.

Leave

  • 30 days of annual leave to start (including bank holidays), with additional days awarded for length of service.
  • Buy/Sell Leave – Buy and sell additional annual leave for those well deserved trips.

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Performance-Based Bonuses

  • Enjoy our company bonus scheme, paid twice a year in summer and winter.
  • Annual bonus through our Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), sharing the success of the business with those who help build it.

Enhanced Family Friendly Policies

  • Benefit from increased financial support during the moments that matter most.

Health & Wellbeing

  • Bupa Private Healthcare
  • Life Assurance
  • Cycle-to-Work scheme
  • Enhanced employee assistance program
  • Health surveillance
  • Wellbeing events

Career Development

  • Bespoke training programs
  • Long service awards
  • Opportunities to grow with us

Culture & Community

  • Employee-owned business
  • Charity and social events
  • Inclusive, supportive team environment

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ensure fair treatment regardless of age, race, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality. We believe in looking after ourselves, each other, and the planet—because we’re stronger together.


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Skills

Microsoft Office
Excel
Communication Skills
Team Collaboration
Time Management
AutoCAD
Engineering Background
Hydraulic Calculation Software
Proposal Writing
Cost Estimating
Customer Relationship Management

Location

Rochdale, England, United Kingdom

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