Trainee Installer / Skilled Operative

Denholm Industrial Services is expanding and is now recruiting for the following role:

Job Title: Trainee Installer / Skilled Operative

Location: Plymouth
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Starting rate of £15 per hour plus overtime

Hours of work: 10 hours per day – Monday to Saturday

We are recruiting Trainee Installers / Skilled Operatives to join a specialist team working within a secure engineering and manufacturing environment. This role offers full training and long-term career opportunities for individuals with practical skills and a strong work ethic.

About the Role

You will be involved in the installation and fitting of specialist materials and components within a highly regulated environment. The role is hands-on and physically demanding, requiring the safe use of a range of hand and power tools while working to strict quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Installation and fitting of specialist materials and components.
• Use of hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.
• Following technical instructions and work procedures.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and quality.
• Adhering to health, safety, and security requirements.
• Working effectively as part of a team to meet project deadlines.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in construction, manufacturing, engineering, shipbuilding, mechanical fitting, maintenance, or similar skilled labour roles is desirable.
• Competent in the use of hand and power tools.
• Physically fit and capable of carrying out manual work.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work in a team environment.
• Willingness to undertake training and develop specialist skills.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful candidates will be required to complete:

• Drug and alcohol screening.
• Online company inductions.
• Security clearance checks.

As a minimum, candidates must successfully complete Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance. Some projects may require a higher level of Security Clearance (SC).

The BPSS process includes verification of:

• Right to work in the UK.
• Employment history.
• Address history.
• Criminal record.

Candidates will be required to provide supporting documentation, and any gaps in employment history must be fully explained. Roles requiring a higher level of security clearance will involve additional background checks in line with the relevant security standards.

What We Offer

• Full training provided.
• Competitive salary and overtime opportunities.
• Career progression within a specialist engineering sector.
• Stable, long-term work on major UK programmes.

Why Join Us?

At Denholm Industrial Services, safety, quality and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do. If you're looking to build a long-term career with a respected and forward-thinking organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV detailing your relevant practical experience, particularly in the use of hand tools, power tools, fitting, assembly, construction, manufacturing, or other skilled labour activities