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Doors and Frame (Fenestration) - Installation Lead

Job details
Posting date: 28 May 2026
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 27 June 2026
Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester
Remote working: On-site only
Company: F Bamford Engineering Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: Install Stockport - May 2026

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Summary

F. Bamford (Engineering) Ltd, known in the industry as Bamford Doors, specialise in the design, manufacture and installation of custom made, aluminium communal security doors and screens.

Due to our continued growth and expansion, we are looking to recruit an assistant installer to our team in Stockport.

The Role

As the Lead Installer on designates projects working alongside an assistant installer providing guidance and support, in the Installation of our products on a regional basis with occasional overnight stays.

Location
Based out of our Head Office, Ajax Works, Whitehill St, Stockport, Sk4 1Nt

Key Responsibilities
- Clear and concise communication with clients and other contractors on site.
- Co-ordination and leadership on site ensuring adherence to company, policies, procedures, risk assessment, process, asbestos review, and site rules etc.
- Main point of communication between installation team and installation manager.
- Installation of aluminium security doors and screens including remove original frames, to agreed company standards and within time limits as per company procedures.
- Preparation of apertures to accept the new units
- Fixing of new units, ensure correct location, level, including fitting of glazing, GRP panels, letter boxes, etc.
- Sealing of new units to ensure they are weather right.
- Operating various hand tools and power tools.
- Completion of repairs, snags, and maintenance.
- Completion of installation paperwork, handovers, completions packs etc using company IAuditor software.
- Providing advice and guidance on installation issues based on design and offering effective solutions to technical manager and Installation manager.
- Providing feedback to Installation manager with regards to installation process and site requirements.
- Completing weekly van and tool safety checks with recording on IAuditor, undertaking action to resolve any identified issues.
- Monitoring of installation consumables and tools plus reporting deficiency Installation manager, supervisors, and stock controller. Undertake restocking as required.
- Loading and unloading of company vehicle with frames and required components.
- First Aid provision on site (training will be provided).
- Coordinating of installation waste management, including general waste, scrap items, and consumables and ensuring allocation to correct recycling skips at regional office. Always ensuring clean and organised work site.
- Key Holder.
- Driving company vehicles in safe and appropriate manner.
- Responsible for a company vehicle, including issued tools and parts.
- Occasional overnight stays (with expenses).

Person specification - The successful candidate will need to meet the following criteria:-

-Work well as part of a small team.
-Be organised, methodical and proactive with the ability to problem solve.
-Be able to think on their feet.
-Be healthy and safety conscious.
-Be committed to completing work to a high standard.
-Be reliable and punctual.
-Able to follow instructions.
-Willing and keen to learn.

Requirements
Essential
-Full and clean driving licence.
-Complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).
-Hold or willing to complete health and safety training including first aid, working at height, asbestos awareness, face fit, manual handling etc.

Desirable
- Hold NVQ Level 2 or 3 Fenestration Installation or similar.
- Hold Supervisor Qualification (NVQ, SMSTS or similar).
- Experience/Qualifications in Fenestration, carpentry, Joinery, site work, basic building experience.
- Hold CSCS or similar (Skilled Blue or Gold card) /able to gain CSCS card Skilled worker as a minimum.

What to expect

You will be joining a company with a long history an increasing order book with plan for further development and growth. You will be part of a dynamic team who take pride in the work we produce becoming an essential team member. The company are willing to invest in training and qualifications to enhance both yourself and the business needs, including NVQs, skills training etc.

Full time role working hours are 08.00 - 16.45 Monday to Friday including a lunch break (40 hours per week) the hours need to be flexible to accommodate / support client needs.
Over time at an enhanced rate, where required to complete installations.

Rate of pay £15.75 -17.00 per hour depending on experience

Working away expenses.
Holidays 25 days per annum, plus bank holidays.
Pension scheme - auto enrolment.
Annual pay reviews.
Discretionary Bonus.
SSP.
Subject to a 3-month probationary period.
Uniform and Tools Provided.


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