Installation Engineer
Installation Engineer Location: Margaretting, Essex Pay: £31,200 per year Temporary to Permanent Our client is a specialist supplier of flags, flagpoles and associated services including flag flying services, installation, hire services, inspections, maintenance, repair and laundering services for high profile, ceremonial Royal events as well as the public and private sectors. As an Installation Engineer, you will be responsible for site surveys, installations, inspections and maintenance of flagpoles and associated equipment. You will often work at height, operate cherry pickers and liaise with clients and the public. This is a hands-on role requiring reliability, professionalism and a strong safety focus. Successful applicants must be able to pass a security vetting process due to the sensitive nature of many projects. Responsibilities: * Installing flagpoles on the ground, from the side of buildings and on rooftops * Driving company vehicles to and from client sites * Working at height using mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP) * Painting or cleaning to improve cosmetic appearance of flagpoles * Perform safety checks to ensure working parts are in good order * Replacing internal mechanisms * Undertaking close-up visual inspections of flags and the poles * Liaising with colleagues and members of the public Essential Skills / Experience: * Working at height with MEWPs and harness systems (IPAF and PASMA desirable) * Full, manual driving licence * A good team player * The ability to work with little supervision * A kind, confident and professional character * Reliable and a good timekeeper * The ability to build strong working relationships Benefits: * Work at some of the UK’s most prestigious and high-profile locations, including Government and Royal sites * Opportunities to contribute to large ceremonial state events * Overtime available * Join a close-knit, growing team with over 25 years of specialist expertise * Ongoing employee training and development * Opportunities for progression into supervisory or project roles