Fall Protection Engineer

Omega Red Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly leave

Company pension

Health & wellbeing

Cycle to work

Benefits discounts

Training & development

Recognition programs

Career progression

Job summary

Omega Red Group in London is seeking a field-based height safety installer. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a salary up to £38,000 per annum (DOE) and company benefits.

You will carry out site surveys, testing and installation of height safety equipment, delivering high standards of service while adhering to safety standards and procedures. You’ll complete reports, support pre-tender surveys, mentor operatives, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Experience within the height safety industry (≤140 chars)
• Willingness to travel and stay away from home as required (≤140 chars)
• Valid full UK manual driving licence (≤140 chars)
• Proactive, self-motivated attitude with ability to work independently (≤140 chars)
• Strong initiative and problem-solving capability (≤140 chars)
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills (≤140 chars)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience installing, testing, and repairing height safety systems (≤140 chars)

Responsibilities

• Carry out site surveys, testing, and installation of height safety equipment
• Deliver high standards of customer service, meeting client needs professionally
• Work efficiently while adhering to health and safety standards, risk assessments, and method statements
• Install a variety of height safety systems with confidence and accuracy
• Complete detailed test and inspection reports, identifying remedial works for compliance
• Support pre-tender site surveys and provide technical input to the Estimating team
• Assist in mentoring and supporting operatives through height safety training
• Ensure all works are compliant with relevant legislation and industry standards

Skills

Experience within height safety

Willingness to travel

Travel away from home

Proactive, self-motivated

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

UK manual driving licence

Job description

Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum (DOE) | Company Benefits
Location: London | Field Based
Contract: Full-time | Permanent | 40 hours per week

About Us

• Carry out site surveys, testing, and installation of height safety equipment
• Deliver high standards of customer service, meeting client needs professionally and effectively
• Work efficiently while adhering to health & safety standards, risk assessments, and method statements
• Install a variety of height safety systems with confidence and accuracy
• Complete detailed test and inspection reports, identifying any remedial works required for compliance
• Support pre‑tender site surveys and provide technical input to the Estimating team
• Assist in mentoring and supporting operatives through their height safety training
• Ensure all works are compliant with relevant legislation and industry standards

What You’ll Need

• Experience within the height safety industry
• A flexible and adaptable approach, with willingness to travel and stay away from home as required
• A valid full UK manual driving licence
• A proactive, self motivated attitude with the ability to work independently
• Strong initiative and problem-solving capability
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience installing, testing, and repairing height safety systems, including;
  • Cable-based fall protection systems
  • Abseiling points
  • Davit arms and sockets
  • Guardrails
  • Eyebolts
  • Fixed ladders

What You’ll Get

• 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.

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