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Industrial Door & Loading Bay Trainee (Fitter's Mate)

Job details
Posting date: 15 April 2025
Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 15 May 2025
Location: Warwickshire, West Midlands
Remote working: On-site only
Company: VR Group
Job type: Permanent
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Summary

Job Opportunity: Industrial Door & Loading Bay Trainee (Fitter’s Mate) - WARWICKSHIRE

Location: Warwickshire
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 + Overtime & Full Benefits Package
Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Join a dynamic and fast-growing company that supplies, installs, and maintains a wide range of loading bay and industrial door equipment across the UK. Our prestigious client base includes key players in the automotive manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution sectors.
We're looking for a hands-on, motivated individual to support our team as a Trainee Fitter’s Mate. This is a great opportunity to develop specialist skills in a thriving industry with full training and development provided.

Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the installation and maintenance of industrial doors, shutters, dock levellers, and loading bay equipment
Support lead engineers on-site with tools, materials, and technical tasks
Work across varied industrial and commercial environments
Learn and develop new technical skills in mechanical, electrical, welding, and hydraulic systems

Essential Skills & Requirements:
Full clean UK driving licence (applications without this will not be considered)
Hands-on technical aptitude and a genuine interest in engineering
Willingness to commit to a structured personal development programme
Comfortable working in confined spaces and at heights
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong awareness and adherence to health & safety practices
Willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and overtime (all paid at premium rates)

Desired (but not essential):
Previous experience in a similar or transferable sector (garage doors, roller shutters, mechanical fitting, construction)
CSCS card
Experience in a construction or site-based environment

What We Offer:
Competitive salary: £30,000 – £35,000
Premium overtime rates
Full training and development towards industry qualifications
Opportunity to grow into a fully qualified fitter/engineer role
A supportive, ambitious team culture in a growing company

Ready to build your future with us?
Send your CV to jcleland@vr-group.co.uk and take the next step in your career today!