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Lightning Protection Fitter Support Operative

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Posting date: 19 June 2025
Salary: Not specified
Additional salary information: To £26,287
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 19 July 2025
Location: Newport
Company: Omega Red Group Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 167

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Job Title Lightning Protection Fitter Support Operative

Location Newport

Package To £26,287

Travel Field based



Are you looking for an exciting and engaging career? Have you got a head for heights?

We are now looking to recruit and develop our next generation of engineers to install and repair lightning protection and earthing
systems.

The company:

Omega Red Group is part of SSI Services (UK) Ltd, a division of South Staffordshire Plc. Omega Red Group is a specialist design,
installation, testing and maintenance contractor, within the electrical earthing, lightning protection and height safety market.
Operating nationally, the business focuses on providing top quality safety-critical services for the protection of people,
buildings and infrastructure. Omega Red Group is a successful, growing company that is looking for talented employees who want to
work in an environment that is challenging and rewarding.

The Role:

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with a background in the construction industry who are eager to learn a new trade
within a niche but thriving sector. With first-class training on offer, this is your chance to grow and develop in a nationwide
organisation that promotes structured career paths and a professional, supportive working environment.

In this exceptional development role, you will be taught the skills to install and repair lightning protection systems for our
varied customer base across the UK. Gaining practical experience alongside our experienced lightning protection engineers, you
will work towards a formal qualification - NVQ Level 2 in Lightning Conductor Engineering. Supported by our supervisors and
managers, you will represent the company in liaising with clients and contractors, upholding Omega’s values of offering excellent
service.

This is a fantastic opportunity to obtain real, hands-on experience and the knowledge to back it up in a company where you will be
able to carve out a long-standing career for the future.

* Opportunity: Learn a new trade within the construction industry.
* Training: First-class training provided.
* Role: Install and repair lightning protection systems across the UK.
* Qualification: Work towards NVQ Level 2 in Lightning Conductor Engineering.
* Support: Guidance from experienced engineers, supervisors, and managers.
* Client Interaction: Liaise with clients and contractors, uphold company values.
* Career Growth: Structured career paths and long-term career opportunities.




What you’ll need:

* Background in the construction industry
* Strong communication skills.
* Valid driving licence.
* Ability to travel and lodge away from home.




Preferred Experience:

* Working at heights: 1 year.
* Electrical wiring: 1 year.




Required Certification:

* Full UK Driving Licence.
* CSCS.




What You’ll Get in Return:

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £26,287 per year

Benefits:

* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Life insurance
* Store discount
* Free 24/7 remote GP access
* Plus much more!



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