Trainee Fire Curtain Fitter
East London (RM3)
Days
Up to £32,000 per annum + Benefits
Are you an experienced Mechanical or Electrical Engineer looking to move into a specialist industry with full training provided? Do you have strong hands-on engineering experience with a mechanical bias? If yes, read on…
My client is a specialist within the fire protection industry, delivering high-quality fire and smoke curtain systems across Central London. Due to continued growth, they are now looking for a Trainee Fire Curtain Fitter to join their team and be trained within this specialist field.
The Role - Trainee Fire Curtain Fitter:
Assisting with the installation of fire and smoke curtain systems across commercial, retail, and residential sites
Working on projects ranging from standard doorway installs to large-scale curtain systems
Carrying out mechanical installation work, often at height
Travelling to Central London daily for installation projects
Working alongside experienced engineers to develop specialist industry knowledge
Supporting with installation preparation, fitting, and site duties
Learning to manage installations to a high standard, safely and efficiently Minimum Skills / Experience Required - Trainee Fire Curtain Fitter:
Strong Mechanical or Electrical Engineering background (mechanically biased preferred)
Hands-on installation, fitting, maintenance, or engineering experience
Comfortable using hand and power tools
CSCS Card beneficial
Full UK Driving Licence essential
Comfortable working at height
Reliable, professional, and eager to learn
Able to work independently and as part of a team
(Experience within fire curtains, roller shutters, doors, access systems, or similar industries would be advantageous but is not essential as full training will be provided.) The Package - Trainee Fire Curtain Fitter:
Basic Salary: Up to £32,000
Monday-Friday 40 hours (7 am-3 pm or 8 am-4 pm)
Company electric van provided & home charger installed
Overtime available (x1.5 evenings)
Occasional Saturdays
Company Pension Scheme & Holiday Scheme
Private Health Insurance
Full training provided (manual handling, asbestos awareness, silica dust, first aid)
Long-term progression opportunities within a specialist industry
Interested? To apply for this Trainee Fire Curtain Fitter position, here are your two options:
1. "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let's talk through your experience. Ask for Emma Gilmore (phone number removed) between 8.30 am and 5.30 pm.
2. "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know - (url removed)
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