Role Description

Our Sign Fitters must be able/willing to work around the UK. This role requires a practical individual with excellent attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work as part of a team while maintaining high standards of workmanship and health & safety compliance.

 

This role will involve overnight stays. A valid CSCS card and driving licence is required – IPAF and/or PASMA certs would be an advantage.

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Key Responsibilties

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Install a variety of signage products including:

  • Fascia signs
  • Illuminated signs and lightboxes
  • Vinyl graphics and window manifestations
  • Wayfinding and directional signage
  • Totems, post-mounted and freestanding signs
  • Read and interpret technical drawings and installation specifications
  • Conduct site surveys and assessments where required
  • Use power tools and specialist installation equipment safely and effectively
  • Work at height using ladders, access equipment, and MEWPs
  • Carry out maintenance, repairs, and replacement of existing signage
  • Ensure all installations meet company quality standards and client expectations
  • Complete installation reports and photographic records
  • Adhere to all Health & Safety regulations and company procedures
  • Represent the company professionally when working on client sites

Essentials

  • Previous experience in signage installation, shopfitting, construction, or a similar field
  • CSCS Card
  • Good practical and mechanical skills
  • Ability to use hand and power tools safely
  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Ability to work at height
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Good communication and customer service skills
  • Willingness to travel and regularly work away from home when required

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Desirable

  • IPAF Licence
  • PASMA Certification
  • SPA Petrol passport
  • Electrical experience relating to illuminated signage
  • Experience fitting vinyl graphics
  • First Aid qualification

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Working at Astley

We understand that our workforce takes us from good to great.

That’s why we continue to invest in supporting achievement and celebrating diversity through training and wellbeing programs.

Creating environments that encourage collaboration and creativity means we can engage employees and ensure their input is valued. Ultimately, we strive for our teams to feel happy and fulfilled within their roles, because a happy workforce is a productive one.

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Company pension scheme

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Life assurance

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Eye test vouchers

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Staff discount for major retailers

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33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

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Healthcare scheme

Cycle to work scheme

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Access to confidential counselling service

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Access to free legal and financial advice

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Free Fruit Monday!

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Discretionary bonus scheme

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PPE Provided (Personal Protective Clothing)

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Access to occupational health service

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#teamastley is always on the lookout for new and amazing team members who can add their own skills and character at our sites in the UK.

If you don’t see anything that fits your own unique skill set, you can still email careers@astley-uk.com with your CV and covering letter and you never know…there just might be that ideal position coming up!


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