Lead Sign Installer - Leicester & Loughborough

Signs Express Ltd.; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days holiday allowance, plus bank holidays

Christmas and New Year closure

Job summary

Signs Express Ltd. is seeking an experienced Lead Sign Installer to join their team in Loughborough. Responsibilities include installing a variety of signage, conducting site surveys, and ensuring quality control throughout the installation process.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in signage installation, a full UK driving licence, and preferably IPAF and PASMA qualifications. This full-time role offers a salary of up to £30,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in signage installation required.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• IPAF and PASMA qualifications are preferable.

Responsibilities

• Install a wide range of signage both internally and externally.
• Conduct site surveys and risk assessments before installation.
• Ensure installations meet design specifications and client expectations.

Skills

Signage installation

Ability to read technical drawings

Knowledge of electrical components

Problem-solving skills

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Lead Sign Installer to join our friendly, professional team at Signs Express (Leicester & Loughborough) to help with the installation of a wide variety of signage projects both internally and externally.

Location: Signs Express (Leicester & Loughborough), Unit 3 Beaumont Court, Prince William Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 5DA.

Salary: Up to £30,000 dependent on experience

Working Hours: Full-time position, Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:45pm & Friday 8.00am- 3.35pm

Travel & Qualifications: A full UK driving licence is essential. IPAF and PASMA qualifications are desirable

We are looking for a candidate with a positive, can-do attitude, that is able to maintain our high standards of workmanship and quality.

Duties Include

• Install a wide range of signage (internal, external, illuminated, vinyl, large-format)
• Work with tools, access equipment (ladders, scaffolding, MEWPs), and fixings
• Ensure correct positioning, alignment, and secure mounting

Site Preparation

• Conduct site surveys and risk assessments
• Check measurements, materials, and drawings before installation
• Prepare surfaces and structures

Health & Safety

• Enforce safety regulations and safe working practices
• Use PPE and ensure team compliance
• Manage working-at-height procedures

Quality Control

• Ensure installations meet design specs and client expectations
• Troubleshoot issues on-site
• Carry out final inspections

Logistics & Coordination

• Organise transport of signage and equipment
• Keep records of work completed

What we would like from you

• Strong experience in signage installation
• Ability to read technical drawings and plans
• Knowledge of electrical components (for illuminated signs)
• Good problem-solving skills
• Full UK driving licence

Certifications (Preferred, but not essential)

• IPAF (for powered access platforms)
• PASMA (for mobile towers)
• 20 days holiday allowance, plus bank holidays.
• Christmas and New Year closure to allow time with friends and family.