Portal Steel Frame Installer

Wernick Refurbished Buildings

Shipton-on-Cherwell

On-site

GBP 38,000 - 48,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Overtime

Holiday allowance

Accommodation when away

Early finish Fridays

Christmas shutdown

Cycle to work

Pension scheme

Salary reviews

Life Assurance

Accident Insurance

Onsite parking

Employee assistance

Career development

Employee referrals

Retail discounts

Eyecare Scheme

Job summary

Wernick Refurbished Buildings is seeking an experienced Portal Steel Frame Installer to join our installation team across the UK. You will be responsible for the safe erection of portal steel frame structures and the installation of modular buildings on commercial, industrial, educational, healthcare, and infrastructure projects.

The role requires reading technical drawings, crane operations, working at height, and a Full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

Experience in portal steel frame erection.
Experience installing modular buildings or volumetric units.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and installation specifications.
Experience working with cranes and lifting operations.
Strong awareness of health and safety legislation and best practice.
Ability to work at height and in physically demanding environments.
Full UK Driving Licence.
Willingness to travel and work away from home when required.

Responsibilities

Portal steel frame installation and erection.
Modular building installation and connections between modules.
Read and interpret technical drawings and installation specs.
Carry out weatherproofing and sealing between modules.
Assist with internal finishing works and building commissioning when required.
Maintain safety and quality standards on site.

Skills

Reading drawings

Cranes

Health & Safety

Teamwork

Driving Licence

Job description

Portal Steel Frame Installer

Exciting Opportunity: Portal Steel Frame Installer at Wernick Refurbished Buildings!

Who We Are:
We’re Wernick Refurbished Buildings, a proud division of The Wernick Group, the UK’s largest provider of modular buildings. With an impressive 90 years of innovation and family-owned success, we’ve doubled our profits in the last five years—and we’re just getting started! Our secret? A team full of passion, vision, and a relentless "can-do" attitude.

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Portal Steel Frame Installer to join our installation team. They will be responsible for the safe and efficient erection of portal steel frame structures and the installation of modular buildings across a range of commercial, industrial, educational, healthcare, and infrastructure projects, so therefore must be experienced at modular building install.

The role requires a strong understanding of structural steelwork installation, modular construction methodologies, health and safety compliance, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary site team to deliver projects on time and to the highest quality standards.

This role is ideal for an experienced installer with a background in both steel frame erection and modular construction, looking to work on high-profile projects across multiple sectors throughout the UK.

About the role

Key Responsibilities

Portal Steel Frame Installation:

Proven experience in portal steel frame erection and installation.
Demonstrable experience installing modular buildings or volumetric modular units.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and installation specifications.
Experience working with cranes and lifting operations.
Strong awareness of health and safety legislation and best practice.
Ability to work at height and in physically demanding environments.
Full UK Driving Licence.
Willingness to travel and work away from home when required.

Modular Building Installation:

Position, align, and connect modular units using approved installation procedures.
Complete structural connections between modules, including floor, wall, and roof interfaces.
Carry out weatherproofing and sealing works between modules.
Install modular access systems, roofing components, skirting, and external finishes.
Assist with internal finishing works and building commissioning activities where required.

Health, Safety & Compliance:

Comply with all company Health & Safety policies and site-specific requirements.
Conduct work in accordance with RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements).
Use PPE correctly and maintain safe working practices at all times.
Participate in site briefings, toolbox talks, and safety inspections.
Report hazards, accidents, near misses, and defective equipment promptly.

Quality Assurance:

Ensure all installation works meet project specifications and quality standards.
Identify and report installation issues, defects, or discrepancies.
Maintain accurate records of completed works and quality inspections.
Support snagging and remedial works as required.

Teamwork & Communication:

Work collaboratively with Site Managers, Crane Supervisors, Appointed Persons, and subcontractors.
Read and interpret technical drawings, installation manuals, and lifting plans.
Communicate effectively with clients and site representatives when required.
Support the training and mentoring of junior installers

Preferred Qualifications

CSCS Card.
CPCS Crane Supervisor (desirable)
CPCS Slinger/Signaller.
CPCS Telehandler.
IPAF 3a/3b.
PASMA.
Working at Height Training.
Manual Handling Training.
First Aid at Work.
SSSTS (desirable).

Personal Attributes

Strong attention to detail.
Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated.
Ability to work effectively under pressure.
Good problem-solving skills.
Positive attitude and team-focused approach.
Commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship safely and efficiently.

Performance Measures

Installation completed safely and in accordance with project programmes.
Compliance with quality and health and safety requirements.
Effective teamwork and communication on site.
Achievement of project milestones and client satisfaction.
Reduction of defects, rework, and snagging items.

What you will get in return:

Competitive salary with bonus scheme
Overtime opportunities
Generous holiday allowance (increases with service), plus options to buy/sell holidays
Accommodation and subsistence allowance when working away.
Early finish on Fridays (working hours 8-4 M-T and 8-2.45 Friday)
Christmas shutdown
Cycle to work scheme
Group pension scheme
Annual salary reviews
Life Assurance (2x annual salary)
Personal Accident Insurance
Free onsite parking
Employee assistance programme
Ongoing training and career development
Open door policy in a family-run, secure business - trading 91 years this year!
Employee referral scheme
Discounts at selected retailers
Corporate Eyecare Scheme through Specsavers
Opportunity to provide feedback and ideas that you get rewarded for!

The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

We are an equalopportunitiesemployer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We thank you in advance for your interest in this role and our company.

About the company

The Wernick® Group of Companies has a proud history stretching back to 1934, growing from a humble maker of poultry crates to become Britain’s largest independent manufacturer and hirer of portable and modular accommodation.

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