Installation Engineer / Multi-Skilled Tradesperson

AWD online; West of England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Bonus scheme

Profit sharing

Company pension

Six-monthly reviews

Team meetings

On-site parking

Job summary

AWD online, a Bristol-based natural swimming pool construction specialist, is seeking an Installation Engineer / Multi-Skilled Tradesperson. You will perform practical installation work across pool projects, balancing water chemistry and coordinating with teams, with specialist training provided.

The role suits a hands-on builder with plumbing, pipework and construction experience, capable of reading plans and working autonomously while organising materials and daily schedules.

Qualifications

• Strong general construction background with hands-on ability.
• Confident with tools, installation work and practical site tasks.
• Familiar with plumbing, pipework and practical installation.
• Able to read plans and translate drawings into work.
• Good understanding of electrics and safety on site.
• Full, clean UK driving licence and autonomous work style.
• ISPE qualified or willing to obtain qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pool installation and supervise teams where needed.
• Install plant room pipework and associated equipment.
• Install pool covers and other equipment for projects.
• Balance pool water and ensure systems operate effectively.
• Use hand and power tools for varied construction tasks.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors when required.
• Assist with maintenance of completed pools.
• Order materials and plan daily activities, manage workload.
• Read plans and drawings and translate into practical work.
• Maintain an organized, tidy site and communicate with team.

Skills

Construction experience

Hand and power tools

Pipework

Reading plans

Electrical awareness

UK driving licence

Autonomous working

Communication skills

Organised and tidy

ISPE qualification

Education

ISPE qualification or equivalent

Job description

Installation Engineer / Multi-Skilled Tradesperson

Are you from a practical construction or multi-trade background and confident working with your hands, tools and pipework? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rapidly growing natural swimming pool construction business using cutting-edge construction and filtration technologies. You will receive full specialist training while working on a varied range of installation and construction projects, with the opportunity to take ownership of your work and contribute to the continued growth of a thriving small business.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Swimming Pool Engineer, Pool Engineer, Pool Installation Engineer, Multi-Trade Operative, Construction Technician, Service Engineer, Field Service Engineer, Maintenance Technician, General Builder, Construction Worker, Plumber, Plumbing Technician, Plumbing Engineer

Benefit from a company van, company pension, performance bonus scheme and profit sharing.

SALARY: £35,000 to £45,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Bonus + Profit Share + Van + Benefits

LOCATION: Bristol, South West England / Will also require travelling to sites within 2 hours from Bristol

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

JOB OVERVIEW

Working across a varied portfolio of projects, the Installation Engineer / Multi-Skilled Tradesperson will carry out practical installation and construction work ranging from fitting pool covers and working with pipework in plant rooms to balancing pool water and helping construct new natural swimming pools.

The company is looking for someone with a strong general construction background who is confident using hand and power tools, comfortable carrying out practical site work and familiar with plumbing and pipework. You do not need previous swimming pool experience, and specialist training will be provided.

The Installation Engineer / Multi-Skilled Tradesperson will work with a good degree of autonomy, arranging materials, organising daily activities and ensuring work is completed accurately, tidily and to a high standard. The role will also occasionally involve supervising subcontractors, supporting construction teams and assisting with the maintenance of completed pools.

This is an excellent opportunity for a practical, self-motivated construction professional looking to develop specialist skills in an innovative and growing sector. The Installation Engineer / Multi-Skilled Tradesperson should be organised, confident interpreting plans and drawings and capable of managing their workload effectively.

DUTIES

• Pool Installation and Construction: Assist with and, where required, supervise teams constructing and installing new natural swimming pools
• Plant Room and Pipework Installation: Carry out practical work with plumbing, pipework and associated equipment within pool plant rooms
• Pool Equipment Installation: Install pool covers and other equipment required as part of new and existing pool projects
• Water Testing and Balancing: Balance swimming pool water and help ensure completed systems operate effectively
• Practical Site Work: Use hand and power tools confidently to complete a varied range of construction, installation and finishing tasks
• Site and Subcontractor Supervision: Coordinate and supervise subcontractors where required, helping maintain high standards of workmanship on site
• Maintenance Support: Assist occasionally with the maintenance of the company’s portfolio of completed swimming pools
• Materials and Work Planning: Order required materials, organise daily activities and manage workloads independently when necessary
• Plans and Drawings: Read plans and drawings accurately and translate them into practical construction and installation work
• Site Organisation: Maintain an organised and tidy approach while communicating effectively with colleagues, subcontractors and others involved in each project

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• Previous construction experience with good knowledge of general construction methods
• Practical, hands-on ability with confidence using tools and carrying out construction and installation work
• Familiarity with plumbing, pipework and practical installation work
• Able to read plans and drawings accurately and translate them into practical work
• Good understanding of electrics
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Strong communication skills
• Highly organised with a tidy and methodical approach to work
• Self-motivated and able to work autonomously and manage daily activities effectively
• Basic computer skills, including confident use of email and a smartphone
• ISPE qualification or equivalent, or willingness to obtain the qualification

DESIRABLE

• Previous plumbing experience
• Previous swimming pool construction experience

BENEFITS

• Company van / use of company vehicles to and from work sites
• Performance bonus scheme
• Profit sharing
• Company pension
• Six-monthly reviews
• Regular team meetings and social events"
• On-site parking