Fall Arrest Engineer

PTSG Electrical Safety Division; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Overtime opportunities

Weekly hours 47.5

Job summary

PTSG is seeking a Lead Fall Arrest Installation Engineer to lead on-site installations across Essex, London & South East. You will manage a small team, liaise with site managers and clients, and ensure safety-compliant execution of fall protection systems, including mansafe and safety lines.

The role requires strong leadership, experience at height, and a full UK driving licence. Night/weekend duties may apply, with a company van provided and overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience installing fall protection systems.
• Experience working at height.
• CSCS Card required.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills on site.
• Ability to manage installations on construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation works on construction sites.
• Supervise Assistant Engineers on site.
• Liaise with Site Managers and clients.
• Install fall protection systems including mansafe and safety line systems.
• Ensure installations comply with method statements and British Standards.
• Complete installation reports and site documentation.
• Maintain company equipment and vehicles.

Skills

Fall protection installations

On-site leadership

Communication skills

Lead by example

Health and safety on site

Education

CSCS Card

Full UK driving licence

SSSTS / IOSH desirable

Job description

Fall Arrest Installation Lead Engineer

Location: Field Based - Essex/ London & South East

Salary: competitive + Company Van

Flexibility is key - this role may involve night work, weekends, and overnight stays when required.

About PTSG Access & Safety

PTSG are the UK's leading provider of façade access and fall protection services, lightning protection, electrical testing, specialist building access and fire solutions.

Our Fall Arrest Installations (FAI) division works on major construction projects across the UK installing fall protection systems on new build developments and refurbishment projects.

We are looking for an experienced Lead Fall Protection Installer to join our growing team.

What the role involves:

As Lead Engineer you will take responsibility for installations on site and lead a small team delivering fall protection installations safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading installation works on construction sites
• Supervising Assistant Engineers
• Liaising with Site Managers and clients
• Installing fall protection systems including mansafe and safety line systems
• Ensuring installations comply with method statements and British Standards
• Completing installation reports and site documentation
• Maintaining company equipment and vehicles

You'll need:

• Experience installing fall protection systems
• Experience working at height
• CSCS Card
• SSSTS / IOSH desirable
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage installations on site

In return, we offer:

• Discounts on holidays, weekly shopping, gym memberships, days out & more
• A varied, hands-on role with plenty of room to grow
• Support from a group that brings together leading specialists in height safety
• Regular training and a clear path for development
• Full time permanent position
• Company vehicle
• 47.5 hour contract
• Overtime available
• Saturday overtime - time and a half
• Sunday overtime - double time

About PTSG

PTSG Group is a leading provider of specialist services across the UK and Europe.

Through the acquisition of high-quality specialist businesses, PTSG has built a group of industry-leading companies delivering services across Access & Safety, Electrical Services, Building Access, Fire Solutions, and Water Treatment.

With over 3,300 specialists supporting 90,000+ customers across 200,000 buildings, delivering over 170 different services, we are committed to delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality services nationwide.

At PTSG, our aim is simple. To be a great place to work and a great company to do business with.

Armed Forces Covenant

PTSG Group is proud to support the Armed Forces community and has formally signed the UK Armed Forces Covenant.

We recognise the valuable skills and experience that service leavers, veterans, reservists, and military families bring to the workplace, including leadership, teamwork, resilience, and technical expertise.

As part of our commitment, we guarantee an interview to ex-Forces applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role and are committed to supporting Armed Forces personnel in building long-term civilian careers across our business.

PTSG Group

PTSG Group is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion throughout our recruitment process and across the wider business.

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