Door Fitter

Whitehouse Construction is a leading Civil Engineering SME as well as specialising in Property Flood Resilience (PFR) measures.

We are looking for a Door Fitter / Installer (from Derbyshire/Nottinghamshire/Leicestershire) to join our Property Flood Resilience Team on a permanent basis. Contracts are obtained Nationally.

The role involves installing specialist flood protection products to residential and commercial properties to reduce the risk of water ingress and improve flood resilience. Installations will typically include flood doors, flood barriers, glazed side lights (windows), sump pumps, and associated flood mitigation measures. The role requires strong joinery or construction skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely in occupied properties.

We will also require a ‘Door Fitters Mate’ to provide support to your role at each project you attend. So if you know of another individual who wishes to apply for this role as well as you, please contact us at careers@whc.ltd.

Initial training will be given.

Key Responsibilities

• Install flood resilient door sets including frames, thresholds, seals and locking mechanisms.
• Fit demountable and fixed flood barriers to doorways and openings.
• Install side lights (glazed panels) and flood resilient windows where specified.
• Install and commission sump pump systems and associated drainage components.
• Carry out minor building and finishing works including sealing, frame adjustments, drilling and fixing.
• Ensure the installations meeting manufacturer specifications and PFR standards.
• Complete installation records, photographs and quality documentation.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety on site.
• Requirement to lodge away from time to time, this will be organised and funded by Whitehouse Construction

Skills & Experience

• Experience in Door Fitting, Joinery, Carpentry or Construction Installation roles
• Competence using hand and power tools
• Ability to carry out precise measurements and adjustments to ensure watertight installations
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Good Communication skills
• A Full UK Driving Licence is essential
• CSCS competencies are advantageous

Benefits

• Company Pension
• Tools and PPE provided
• Continual training and development within the company
• Working for a forward-thinking family-owned company, striving for the best
• Company transport will be provided
• Competitive hourly rate dependent on experience

Salary dependent on experience, to be discussed at your interview.

We are believers in the Living Wage and are an Equal Opportunities employer. Welcoming applications from all sectors of the community.

Please call 01335 344 000 for any inquiries.