At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a team fitting and maintaining mechanical doors across secure sites nationwide.
- Company: Dynamic company focused on high-quality workmanship in the construction industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, tax-free allowances, and travel arranged as a team.
- Other info: Enjoy early starts, overtime opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Travel across the UK, work with a close-knit team, and gain valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Valid CSCS card, DBS check, and previous mechanical door fitting experience required.
The predicted salary is between 33300 - 40700 £ per year.
Salary: £36,000–£38,000 DOE + weekly allowances
Base Location: Preston (must arrive by 6:00am daily)
A practical, hands-on mechanical fitting role working nationwide on secure sites, with early starts from Port Talbot, strong weekly allowances, and strict security-clearance requirements.
Role Overview
Join a travelling installation team responsible for fitting, maintaining and repairing mechanical door systems across secure and military locations throughout the UK. This role suits someone who enjoys working away, being part of a close-knit team, and delivering high-quality workmanship on specialist projects.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Mechanical door installation on secure and military sites
- Nationwide travel Monday–Friday as part of a team
- Occasional Sunday travel for early Monday site meetings
- Working safely and professionally within strict security protocols
- Maintaining high standards of reliability, conduct and workmanship
Working Hours
Mon–Thu: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Fri: 6:00am – 2:00pm
Overtime available
Daily team meet point: Preston 6:00am sharp
Pay & Allowances
£36,000–£38,000 salary (DOE)
£25 tax-free overnight allowance (Airbnb accommodation provided)
£100 weekly allowance for staying away
All travel arranged as a team
Security Clearance Requirements
Due to work on secure and military sites, candidates must be able to pass enhanced clearance checks, including:
- DBS check – essential
- Full background screening (employment history verification)
- UK residency checks
- Random drugs & alcohol testing
- Ability to follow strict site security rules and protocols
What You Need
- Valid CSCS card – essential
- DBS check – essential
- SSSTS / SMSTS – beneficial
- Previous construction industry experience
- Proven mechanical door fitting background
- Ability to reliably reach Port Talbot for 6am departures
- Strong teamwork, work ethic and willingness to work away
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