Trainee Fall Protection Engineer
£13 p/h - £13.50p/h
Location: Rochester
Our Client is a reputable and growing maintenance and installation business, specialising in working at height safety and BMU maintenance. As experts in this field, they are looking for a motivated individual to join their team as a TraineeWorking at Height Safety Technician.
Responsibilities
* Work as part of a 2-person site team, collaborating with a lead engineer to install, maintain, and repair permanent access equipment and fall protection systems.
* Install and maintain work-at-height systems, including fall restraint and fall arrest safety wire systems, fixed access ladders, handrail systems, gantries, and walkways.
* Option to assist BMU engineers in maintaining, repairing, and testing Building Maintenance Units (BMUs) at client sites.
* Travel to job locations primarily within the Southeast, particularly in London and the M25 area.
* Meet the lead engineer at designated meeting points and travel to job sites in a company vehicle.
Essential Skills
* Strong practical skills and a good hands-on ability.
* Comfortable working at heights.
* Willingness to undertake an NVQ qualification.
* Ability to follow strict safe working practices and job instructions.
* Reliability and strong organisational skills.
* Effective communication skills.
* Numeracy and literacy with attention to detail.
* Flexibility and a positive attitude to working away from home when required.
* Full UK manual driving licence.
* Ability to work well in a team and remain calm under pressure.
* Motivation and enthusiasm to learn and grow in the role.
Desirable Qualifications
* Experience within the Work at Height industry.
* Previous experience in similar roles or industries
Benefits
* 38.5-hour paid working week with a paid lunch break.
* Monday to Friday schedule with a 3pm finish on Fridays.
* Company pension.
* Training opportunities.
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
* Overtime opportunities.
Additional Details
* Job Type: Full-time
* Work Location: On the road
* Work Authorisation: United Kingdom (required)
Join our team and play a vital role in ensuring safety at heights. With competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development, this is an exciting opportunity for someone eager to grow in a specialised field. Apply now