Trainee Damper Engineer in Chelmsford

Trainee Damper Engineer (Test & Inspection)

Location: Essex

Salary: £28,000 to £30,000 + overtime + bonuses (£40,000+ realistic)

Hours: Days

Employer: Indepth Hygiene Services (part of Premier Technical Services Group Ltd)

Are you a skilled engineer who enjoys getting hands‑on, working in pairs, and earning great money for a job well done?

We’re looking for a Fire Damper Engineer to join our growing team at Indepth Hygiene Services, a PTSG company specialising in fire damper inspections and commercial deep cleaning services.

You’ll carry out planned annual fire damper inspections across the South West, ensuring vital life safety systems are in top working order. You’ll use our digital system “Boris” to record your findings, capturing evidence and reports on site.

A typical day will see you inspecting up to 40 dampers, with bonuses of £5 per damper above your daily target – a realistic way to boost your earnings well beyond £40k annually.

What you’ll get:

• Excellent earning potential – realistic OTE of £40k+ (bonus + overtime)
• Regular overtime at 1.5x pay (weekends available for those who want them)
• Company vehicle & fuel card
• Work as part of a two-person team – no lone working
• Stable, full-time permanent role with plenty of work year-round
• All uniform, tools, and PPE provided
• Real career growth in one of the UK’s most trusted fire safety specialists

What you’ll bring:

• Experience in fire damper inspection, ventilation or HVAC work preferred
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Ability to pass an Enhanced DBS
• A practical, can‑do attitude and good physical fitness

We also welcome applications from candidates with on‑site experience in other industries. If you’ve worked in roles such as electricians, HVAC engineers, ventilation specialists, carpenters, or similar trades, your transferable skills and practical knowledge will be highly valued, and we encourage you to apply.

At Indepth Hygiene Services, we’re proud to support schools, hospitals, care homes, and major UK facilities — helping keep people safe every day. If you want a role with great people, job security, and strong earnings, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and take your next step with a business that values skill, teamwork, and safety.