Description
Summary:
AquaFire seeks a high-performing Sprinkler Supervisor to lead a service team, ensuring quality fire protection, compliance, and strong client relationships.
Highlights:
1. Lead, mentor, and support a team of Sprinkler Technicians and Apprentices
2. Ensure safe, efficient, and high-standard delivery of fire protection services
3. Career development and access to training
Aquaheat New Zealand is one of New Zealand's most respected HVAC and mechanical project contractors. Alongside our core business, we operate several specialist divisions including AquaFire (fire protection solutions), Colt (louvre and smoke control systems), and Classic Metal (roofing and cladding solutions). With over 70 years’ experience, we deliver end-to-end solutions across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects. From heating, cooling, and ventilation to fire protection and roofing, we design, install, and maintain systems that help keep New Zealand running.
AquaFire (part of Horizon Energy Group) is looking for a high-performing Sprinkler Supervisor to lead our service team and deliver high-quality fire protection services.
What You’ll Do
* Lead, mentor, and support Sprinkler Technicians, Apprentices, and Trade Assistants
* Ensure all work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
* Scope, price, and deliver remedial works (typically $5k–$50k) with strong commercial outcomes
* Maintain compliance with all contractual and regulatory requirements
* Support the Service Manager with revenue, profitability, and growth targets
* Build strong client relationships and ensure excellent customer service
* Champion a strong health and safety culture
What We’re Looking For
* NZ Sprinkler qualification
* 5+ years’ experience in fire protection/sprinkler systems
* 3+ years’ leadership or supervisory experience
* Strong knowledge of sprinkler standards, installation, and compliance
* Experience managing service or project teams
* Ability to scope and price remedial works
* Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills
* CMMS experience (advantageous)
* Full NZ driver’s licence
What’s in it for you?
* Career development and access to training
* Wellness benefits: health checks, flu jabs, EAP, and life and critical illness insurance
* Paid birthday leave and corporate discounts
* A stable, respected company making a real impact
We’re looking for someone who is not only skilled but also lives our SWITCH Values:
* Sustainability — Investing in our future.
* Winning — Make it happen.
* Innovation — Make it better.
* Trust — Be honest.
* Customer Focus — Find them, keep them.
* Health & Safety — Act safe. Work safe. Live safe.
If you’re ready to make an impact, apply now and help us shape the future.