Mechanical Door Fitter

Gap Personnel

Mechanical Door Fitters – National Travel Role

Salary: £36,000–£38,000 DOE + weekly allowances

Base Location: Port Talbot (must arrive by 6:00am daily) Salary: £36,000–£38,000 DOE + weekly allowances

A practical, hands‑on mechanical fitting role working nationwide on secure sites, with early starts from Port Talbot, strong weekly allowances, and strict security‑clearance requirements.

Role Overview

Join a travelling installation team responsible for fitting, maintaining and repairing mechanical door systems across secure and military locations throughout the UK. This role suits someone who enjoys working away, being part of a close‑knit team, and delivering high‑quality workmanship on specialist projects.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Mechanical door installation on secure and military sites
  • Nationwide travel Monday–Friday as part of a team
  • Occasional Sunday travel for early Monday site meetings
  • Working safely and professionally within strict security protocols
  • Maintaining high standards of reliability, conduct and workmanship

Working Hours

  • Mon–Thu: 8:00am – 4:30pm
  • Fri: 6:00am – 2:00pm
  • Overtime available
  • Daily team meet point: Port Talbot, 6:00am sharp

Pay & Allowances

  • £36,000–£38,000 salary (DOE)
  • £25 tax‑free overnight allowance (Airbnb accommodation provided)
  • £100 weekly allowance for staying away
  • All travel arranged as a team

Security Clearance Requirements

Due to work on secure and military sites, candidates must be able to pass enhanced clearance checks, including:

  • DBS check – essential
  • Full background screening (employment history verification)
  • UK residency checks
  • Random drugs & alcohol testing
  • Ability to follow strict site security rules and protocols

What You Need

  • Valid CSCS card – essential
  • DBS check – essential
  • SSSTS / SMSTS – beneficial
  • Previous construction industry experience
  • Proven mechanical door fitting background
  • Ability to reliably reach Port Talbot for 6am departures
  • Strong teamwork, work ethic and willingness to work away
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