Scaffolder - Reading

Double Scaffold Design; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a fast-growing company specializing in scaffold design. This role offers a chance to transition from scaffolding to a Design Engineer position, where you can showcase your skills and contribute to prestigious projects across London and the South of England. Join a supportive team that values professional growth, work-life balance, and a collaborative atmosphere. With flexible hours and a focus on personal development, this position is perfect for those eager to make their mark in the construction industry.

Benefits

31 days annual leave

Company bonus based on targets

Health and wellbeing benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in scaffolding within the construction industry is essential.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and willingness to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits and surveys to identify client needs.
• Design scaffolds using AutoCAD and Revit, producing calculations.

Skills

Scaffolding experience

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Willingness to learn

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

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Full Job Description

UK Applicants only, please.

Are you currently working, or have you previously worked as a scaffolder within the construction industry? Are you looking for your first exciting step towards becoming a Design Engineer within scaffold design? Do you want a new challenge or are you ready to take your next step into a role that offers the scope to make your mark?

Join us at Double Scaffold Design Limited, a fast-growing business based in Reading, offering an exciting opportunity.

About Double Scaffold Design Limited

We specialise in iconic scaffold design projects across London and the south of England. Our friendly, professional service is backed by fast and flexible turnarounds from our experienced team of design engineers. Our projects range from domestic properties to some of London’s most prestigious buildings.

We pride ourselves on our aftercare, service, and responsiveness, which have helped us build strong relationships with clients and earn the trust of many of London’s major scaffolding contractors.

Why consider Double Scaffold Design as your next career move?

• Opportunity to showcase and learn new skills
• Be part of a focused, expert team of engineers
• Benefit from a culture of embedded learning in engineering design
• Invest in your professional and personal growth
• Enjoy a healthy work/life balance and wellbeing initiatives
• Experience a fun, sociable workplace
• Contribute to our growth through teamwork and collaboration

Role Responsibilities

• Site visits and surveys
• Identifying clients’ needs
• Design using AutoCAD and Revit
• Producing calculations and conducting structural analysis
• Reading and referencing structural drawings
• Client liaison via face-to-face, written, or phone communication

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in scaffolding within the construction industry
• Willingness to learn and ask questions
• High attention to detail
• Friendly, collaborative attitude for client relationships
• AutoCAD experience is advantageous; training available
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Understanding of complex scaffolds and basic engineering drawings; training available
• Effective communication skills with clients

What We Offer

• Full-time position, Monday to Friday with flexible hours
• 31 days annual leave including bank holidays, increasing with service
• Competitive salary with annual reviews
• Company bonus based on targets
• Company mobile/Smartphone after a certain period
• Family-friendly policies
• Support for professional development and technical training
• Health and wellbeing benefits

We support flexible working arrangements where possible and welcome discussions during interviews about remote or home working options.

Apply now with your CV, a cover letter including samples of your work and your salary expectations. We look forward to hearing from you.

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, gender reassignment, race, religion, disability, or age. All decisions are merit-based.

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