Sprinkler Fitter/Wet Fire Technician

About us:

United Safety & Survivability Corporation (USSC)

Global Safety. Local Expertise.

United Safety & Survivability Corporation (USSC) is a global leader in advanced fire protection and safety solutions, dedicated to protecting life and property across diverse industries. With over 250 employees across Australia, we deliver innovative systems and services through our specialised brands—Lyons Airconditioning Services, Fire Protection Technologies (FPT), and QTEC Fire Services. Join a growing organisation where safety, reliability, and technical excellence are at the heart of everything we do.

Got a Trade? Ready to Take It on the Road?

At United Safety, we're looking for qualified tradies who want more from their workday. If you've got a trade background—mechanical, auto electrical, fabrication, or similar—and you're known for your attention to detail, we want to hear from you.

Tired of Repetition?

Say goodbye to same-site, same-task routines. In this role, you'll work across a variety of sites and industries, where no two days are the same. You'll use your trade skills to service, install, and maintain safety systems that make a real difference.

Your Trade, Your Tools — Our Support

We'll set you up with a fully maintained company vehicle, so you're not putting the wear on your own ute. You'll also get all the tools and gear you need to do the job right.

Independent but Backed by a Team

We trust qualified professionals to get the job done without micro-management. You'll have a clear schedule and the autonomy to manage your day, backed by a responsive support team when you need it.

The Role:

We are currently seeking an experienced Sprinkler Fitter to join our growing team based in Newcastle NSW. This is a hands-on role that will suit someone with experience or wet fire system knowledge.

Duties will include, but not limited to:

• Completing scheduled and periodic testing of Sprinkler Systems, Pumps, Tanks, Hydrants and hose reel systems to AS
• Identifying and reporting on defects and system faults
• Assisting with repairs and modifications to wet fire systems
• Requirements of a Licence for water plumbing/Fire sprinkler systems & or Fire protection systems
• Maintaining awareness to adhere with individual site WH&S policies
• Ability to liaise with internal staff effectively regarding any work changes and schedule updates

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience working with Commercial/Industrial/Mining customers or sites.
• Previous experience or knowledge with wet fire systems
• Hold a current Australian manual driver's licence
• Demonstrate a positive / energetic attitude
• Pass a full medical including ongoing random drug & alcohol tests
• Able to travel regionally occasionally with some overnight stays when needed.

Why us?

United Safety & Survivability Corporation provides leading fire safety solutions to a wide range of industries around the world. We are at the top when it comes to reputation and opportunity in innovative fire products that are fully reliable and comprehensive, providing safety and protection to people and businesses when they need it most.

• Competitive hourly rate
• Company vehicle and mobile
• Uniforms
• On the job training with our particular fire systems if required
• Family friendly hours
• Health rebate
• Access to employee assistance programs
• Reward & recognition program

Ready to take the next step? We'd love to hear from you. Please click 'Apply' and submit your resume and a brief cover letter telling us why this role excites you and how your experience aligns.

If you need any adjustments or support to apply, just let us know — we're here to help