sign fitter

Vertical Talent Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is looking for a reliable Sign Fitter & Fitters Mate. The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance and installation of signage, with opportunities for training and progression. A full clean driving license and experience with power tools are required. Flexible working hours, overtime, and attractive benefits are included in this temp-to-perm position.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Attractive holiday allowance

Occupational healthcare

Ongoing training and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with power tools (electric and battery-operated).
• Experience within external signage a must.
• Full clean driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and installation of signage.
• Support with loading and packing signs into vehicles.
• Assist in the safe assembly of mobile scaffolding.
• Work alongside the engineer on various signage types.
• Communicate with customers on-site where required.

Skills

Experience with power tools

Experience within external signage

Full clean driving licence

Job description

Pay: £12.21-£15.00 per hour

Job Title: Sign Fitter & Fitters Mate
Department: Maintenance
Location: South West England
Reporting to: Maintenance Manager / Team
Pay: Negotiable

About the Role

We are seeking reliable and hard‑working individuals to join our client's Maintenance team as a Sign Fitter & a Fitters Mate. This role involves the day‑to‑day signage maintenance and installation tasks, with on‑the‑job training, development opportunities, and a clear pathway to progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance and installation of signage.
• Support with loading and packing signs into vehicles, ensuring care and attention to avoid damage.
• Assist in the safe assembly of mobile scaffolding (training provided).
• Work alongside the engineer on various signage types, including non‑illuminated and illuminated signs, built‑up letters, flat cut panels, box signs, flex face signs, lighting troughs, LED lighting, neon, graphics, and vinyls.
• Communicate with customers on‑site where required.
• Help ensure company vehicles and equipment are properly maintained.
• Follow all Health & Safety policies to ensure safe working practices.
• Ensure all installations are left in a clean and working condition.

Skills & Experience

• Experience with power tools (electric and battery‑operated).
• Experience within external signage a must.
• Full clean driving licence required.
• IPAF / PASMA / First Aid certificates are desirable (training can be provided).

Working Hours & Benefits

• 39+ hours per week (early starts common, sometimes 1‑2am travelling to site for 5am opening. Typical day ends 2pm but candidates must be flexible).
• Overtime and weekend work available.
• Occasional work away from home required.
• Company pension scheme.
• Attractive holiday allowance.
• Occupational healthcare.
• Overnight and meal expense allowance if required.
• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities.

Job Type: Temp to perm

Contract length: 3 months

Work Location: In person