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Omega Red Group; Great Dunmow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Fully funded NVQ training in Workingat

Company pension scheme

Health & wellbeing programme

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Omega Red Group is seeking a Trainee Fall Protection Operative to join our growing Height Safety team. This role offers full training and a clear path to an NVQ in Working at Heights after a qualifying period.

You will assist experienced engineers across sites nationwide, learn safe working practices, and develop practical field skills while supporting installation, inspection, testing, and repair of height safety systems.

Qualifications

• CSCS Card required.
• Willingness to travel nationwide.
• Interest in practical, hands-on work in field-based environment.
• Proactive and reliable approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced engineers with installation, testing, inspection, and repair of height safety systems
• Learn industry best practices and safe working procedures while working on a variety of sites across the UK
• Support project delivery by helping ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and quality at all times
• Follow risk assessments and safe systems of work
• Develop technical skills through practical on-the-job training and formal learning opportunities
• Contribute positively to the team and demonstrate a willingness to learn

Skills

CSCS Card

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Salary:Up to £35,000 per annum | Company Benefits | Travel Allowance

Location: Great Dunmow, Essex | 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:

Omega Red Group is looking for a Trainee Fall Protection Operative to join our growing Height Safety team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is keen to learn and build a long-term career within the industry, regardless of previous experience.

You’ll work alongside experienced engineers, receiving full training whole assisting with the installation, inspection, testing, and repair of height safety systems across a range of sites nationwide.

As part of your development, you'll have access to industry-recognised training and qualifications, including the opportunity to work towards an NVQ training in Working at Heights following a qualifying period. If you're motivated, safety-conscious, and eager to learn, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist experienced engineers with the installation, testing, inspection, and repair of height safety systems
• Learn industry best practices and safe working procedures while working on a variety of sites across the UK
• Support project delivery by helping ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and quality at all times
• Follow risk assessments and safe systems of work
• Develop technical skills through practical on-the-job training and formal learning opportunities
• Contribute positively to the team and demonstrate a willingness to learn

What You’ll Need:

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills
• An interest in practical, hands-on work and working in a field-based environment
• A flexible approach, with willingness to travel nationwide
• A proactive and reliable approach to work
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Confidence working at height, or a willingness to develop in this area
• A strong commitment to health, safety and quality
• Experience within construction, engineering, maintenance, roofing, or other practical trades
• CSCS Card
• Previous experience working outdoors or in a field-based role

What You’ll Get in Return:

• Fully funded L3 NVQ training in Working at Heights,or equivalent accredited course.
• Door to Door Pay: Get paid for your travel from home to site and back again.
• 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 StaffordshireGroup, 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 recruitment process.