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Omega Red Group Ltd; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly leave

Company pension scheme

Health & wellbeing benefits

Cycle to work

Training & career development

Job summary

Omega Red Group Ltd in South Wales is seeking a Lightning Protection Fitter to install lightning protection systems at customer sites, travelling as required. You will ensure installations meet client expectations and comply with BS EN 62305 while maintaining accurate documentation.

This role requires flexibility to travel and stay away from home, with opportunities for training and development. A full UK driving licence, CSCS card, and relevant NVQ are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience as Lightning Protection Fitter or Engineer (preferred).
• A full UK driving licence.
• CSCS card (or willingness to obtain).
• NVQ Level 2 in Lightning Protection Installation (desirable).
• MEWP and/or PASMA qualifications (desirable).
• Flexible approach to travel and staying away from home.
• Strong work ethic, reliability and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Install lightning protection systems at customer sites safely and efficiently.
• Ensure all work meets client expectations and company standards.
• Maintain compliance with BS EN 62305 and industry codes.
• Complete required documentation per SOPs.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry practices.
• Represent the company professionally on client sites.
• Adhere to health and safety requirements at all times.
• Travel to various locations and stay away from home when required.

Skills

Driving licence

Flexible travel

Willing to stay away

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Lightning Protection Installation

Tools

MEWP

PASMA

Job description

Salary:Up to £40,000 per annum (OTE) | Company Benefits

Location:South Wales| Field Based

Contract: Full-time | Permanent | 40 hours per week

About Us

Omega Red Group is the recognised UK market leader in earthing, lightning protection, and height safety protection.

Omega Red offers survey, design, installation, testing, maintenance, and repair solutions for earthing, lightning protection,

surge protection and height safety. The business is passionate about protecting people, property, electrical equipment and

systems, from the damaging effects of lightning strikes, electrical faults and surges.

The role

As a Lightning Protection Fitter with Omega Red Group, you will be responsible for travelling to customer sites to install

lightning protection systems safely, efficiently, and to the highest of standards.

You will ensure all installations meet client expectations and comply with current industry standards, including BS EN 62305

(Protection Against Lightning). The role also involves completing accurate documentation in line with company procedures and

maintaining up-to-date technical knowledge.

This position requires flexibility, including regular travel and occasional stays away from home, and offers opportunities for

training and development for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Install lightning protection systems at customer sites in a safe and efficient manner
• Ensure all work is completed to client satisfaction and in line with company standards
• Maintain compliance with current codes of practice, including BS EN 62305
• Complete all required documentation and paperwork in accordance with standard operating procedures
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and best practices
• Represent the company professionally when working on client sites
• Adhere to health & safety requirements at all times
• Travel to various locations, including working away from home when required

What You’ll Need

• Experience as a Lightning Protection Fitter or Engineer (preferred)
• A full UK driving licence
• CSCS card (or willingness to obtain)
• NVQ Level 2 in Lightning Protection Installation (desirable)
• MEWP and/or PASMA qualifications (desirable)
• A flexible approach to work, with a willingness to travel and stay away from home
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to safety and quality

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.

At South Staffordshire Limited, inclusion matters. We have a wide range of employee networks which are employee-led communities

that bring our people together, support different perspectives and create a strong sense of belonging. Our people are encouraged

to get involved as members or allies.

We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including all genders, ethnicity, sexual orientations, and

physical and neurodiverse abilities.

We are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and encourage you to let us know how we can best support you throughout the