At a Glance
- Tasks: Install loft insulation and improve energy efficiency in homes across Cornwall.
- Company: Leading renewable energy provider focused on sustainability and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company van, flexible leave, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Join a growing team with excellent career progression and long-term job security.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by helping residents save on energy costs and create sustainable homes.
- Qualifications: Experience in insulation or construction, strong communication skills, and a full UK driving licence.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting for a Loft Insulation Installer to join a growing Energy Efficiency team delivering insulation and retrofit works across Cornwall. This is a permanent, full‑time position working within occupied residential properties, helping improve energy efficiency and reduce fuel costs for residents. The successful candidate will have experience within insulation, construction, roofing, property maintenance, or a similar trade background and will be responsible for delivering high‑quality loft insulation installations and associated remedial works in line with industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Installing loft insulation within domestic properties
- Carrying out basic ventilation improvements and associated building fabric works
- Completing remedial works required before insulation installations
- Ensuring all installations comply with PAS 2035 standards and manufacturer specifications
- Working safely within occupied properties while maintaining excellent customer service standards
- Communicating effectively with residents regarding works being undertaken
- Accurately recording completed works using handheld devices and company systems
- Completing installation paperwork, certificates, job sheets and associated documentation
- Reporting any defects, variations or additional works required
- Maintaining company vehicles, tools and materials
- Attending team meetings, toolbox talks and training sessions as required
- Ensuring all work is completed within agreed timeframes and company quality standards
Requirements
Essential Skills & Experience
- Experience carrying out loft insulation installations or similar building fabric works
- Background within construction, roofing, property maintenance, insulation or a related trade
- Experience working within occupied residential properties
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
- Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices
- Ability to carry out physically demanding work safely
- Experience using handheld devices or mobile job management systems
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Willingness to undergo a DBS check
Desirable Experience
- NVQ Level 2 in Insulation and Building Treatments or equivalent
- Experience working to PAS 2035 standards
- Experience with cavity wall insulation or cavity wall extraction works
- Previous experience within social housing, retrofit or energy efficiency projects
Benefits
- Salary between £35,000 - £40,000 per annum
- Company van and fuel card
- Permanent, full‑time employment
- Pension scheme
- Flexible annual leave options (buy/sell leave scheme)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Career progression within a growing renewable energy business
- Long‑term job security through secured contracts
- Refer‑a‑Friend bonus scheme
About the Company
They are a leading provider of renewable energy and energy efficiency solutions, helping social housing providers and homeowners create warmer, more sustainable homes. Established in 2007, they've grown into a market‑leading organisation delivering insulation, heating and renewable technology installations across the UK.
Loft Insulation Installer in Cornwall employer: Build Recruitment
Join a dynamic team in Cornwall as a Loft Insulation Installer, where your contributions directly enhance energy efficiency and comfort for local residents. Our company fosters a supportive work culture with ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring you can grow your career in the renewable energy sector. Enjoy competitive salaries, job security, and a range of benefits including flexible leave options and a company vehicle, making us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding work.
