Junior Proposal Engineer

We are recruiting for a Junior Proposals Engineer to join our team in Rochdale. We offer competitive packages, benefits and much more. We offer a supportive and development focused culture which is tailored to each individual.

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A&F Sprinklers has been established since 1986 and has seen rapid growth over the past 5-10 years. We are continuing to grow and develop our business and with your help we will all succeed. A&F Sprinklers is now an Employee-Owned Business as part of an EOT.

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Main Role (not limited to):

• Assisting the Sales team and collaborating on large scale projects.
• Learn and develop to be proficient in the use of hydraulic software.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates.
• Learn and develop skills in estimating, proposal writing, and customer relationship management.
• Learn to understand project specifications and clients requirements.
• Learn and develop your knowledge of the various sprinkler design standards, working to LPC BSEN 12845, NFPA, and FM Global Standards.
• Fulfil administrative responsibilities, liaising with customers, suppliers, and managing enquiry workflow.

This role allows you to build a career within Fire Sprinklers, with a wealth of experience and knowledge to support and guide you through.

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, organised, and time management.

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The Desirable Skills:

• AutoCAD experience.
• Engineering Background.

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Values & Behaviours:

• Makes every effort to live the company’s values through their day to day operation.
• Recognises the role of the team as a part of the company’s overall success and contributes to this through behaviours which demonstrate enthusiasm, flexibility and a 'one team’ approach.
• Ensuring effective communication with the wider business is a priority.

What we can offer you:

• Salary - £25,000 - £35,000 per annum (dependant upon experience).
• Annual Leave - Starting at 30 days per year increasing each year of service to 34 days per year (including bank holidays, close down for Christmas period).
• Company Performance Bonus – our bonus scheme runs twice per year (summer and winter).
• Private Health Care - protection for your health!
• Life Assurance - giving you peace of mind in the event of passing.
• Employee Assistance Program - that little extra support where you need it most.
• Wellbeing Events - various initiatives for team building and wellbeing.
• Long Service Awards - ranging from meals to hotels, and weekends away! Not bad, eh?
• Bespoke Development Programs - training and development that suits you, not just a tick in the box.
• Friday Early Finishes - 3pm finishes.
• Various Charity and Social Events - we genuinely care about others.
• Health Surveillance - caring about you and your health.

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Best of all, you’ll be part of an employee-owned business! Interested in having a discussion with us?

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Diversity

We champion and welcome diversity in our teams and ensure all job applicants receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality.

We are not only committed to increasing the visibility and recognition of talent from under-represented groups within our organisation, but the wider industry too.

We ensure we take the time to look after ourselves, each other and the planet, because we’re stronger together.

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What’s Next

If you're interested in knowing more, drop us your CV and one of our recruitment team will be in touch.

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