At a Glance
- Tasks: Install lightning protection systems safely and efficiently at various customer sites.
- Company: Join Omega Red Group, the UK leader in lightning protection and safety solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, family-friendly leave, and health & wellbeing support.
- Other info: Flexible travel opportunities with hands-on training and career development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by protecting people and property from lightning strikes.
- Qualifications: Experience in lightning protection fitting preferred; full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 40000 £ per year.
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum (OTE) | Company Benefits
Location: Gloucestershire | Field Based
Contract: Full-time | Permanent | 40 hours per week
About Us: Omega Red Group is the recognised UK market leader in earthing, lightning protection, and height safety protection. Omega Red offers survey, design, installation, testing, maintenance, and repair solutions for earthing, lightning protection, surge protection and height safety. The business is passionate about protecting people, property, electrical equipment and systems, from the damaging effects of lightning strikes, electrical faults and surges.
The role: As a Lightning Protection Fitter with Omega Red Group, you will be responsible for travelling to customer sites to install lightning protection systems safely, efficiently, and to the highest of standards. You will ensure all installations meet client expectations and comply with current industry standards, including BS EN 62305 (Protection Against Lightning). The role also involves completing accurate documentation in line with company procedures and maintaining up-to-date technical knowledge. This position requires flexibility, including regular travel and occasional stays away from home, and offers opportunities for training and development for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install lightning protection systems at customer sites in a safe and efficient manner
- Ensure all work is completed to client satisfaction and in line with company standards
- Maintain compliance with current codes of practice, including BS EN 62305
- Complete all required documentation and paperwork in accordance with standard operating procedures
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and best practices
- Represent the company professionally when working on client sites
- Adhere to health & safety requirements at all times
- Travel to various locations, including working away from home when required
What You’ll Need:
- Experience as a Lightning Protection Fitter or Engineer (preferred)
- A full UK driving licence
- CSCS card (or willingness to obtain)
- NVQ Level 2 in Lightning Protection Installation (desirable)
- MEWP and/or PASMA qualifications (desirable)
- A flexible approach to work, with a willingness to travel and stay away from home
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to safety and quality
What You’ll Get in Return:
- Family-Friendly Leave: Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support, and up to 5 paid Carer’s Days.
- Financial & Life Assurance: Company Pension Scheme with salary sacrifice options.
- Health & Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 Virtual GP access for you and your dependents.
- Lifestyle & Perks: Cycle to Work Scheme and My Premier Benefits discounts, cashback, and vouchers.
- Professional Development: Hands-on training and ongoing career development opportunities
- Inclusion & Belonging: Active People Networks – Disability & Neurodiversity, Unity+, Women’s Network, Parent & Carer Networking Group and more.
- Performance & Recognition: Annual salary review, Reward & Recognition Scheme, and Long Service Awards.
At South Staffordshire Limited, inclusion matters. We have a wide range of employee networks which are employee-led communities that bring our people together, support different perspectives and create a strong sense of belonging. Our people are encouraged to get involved as members or allies. We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including all genders, ethnicity, sexual orientations, and physical and neurodiverse abilities. We are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and encourage you to let us know how we can best support you throughout the recruitment process.
Lightning Protection Fitter employer: Omega Red
At Omega Red Group, we pride ourselves on being the UK's market leader in lightning protection and height safety solutions, offering a supportive work culture that values employee growth and development. Located in the vibrant city of Edinburgh, our team enjoys a range of benefits including enhanced family leave, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to inclusion and belonging, making it an excellent place for motivated individuals to thrive in their careers.
