Lightning Protection Engineer

<p><strong>Location - Witham base covering London and the South</strong></p><p>Let’s be honest - not all engineering roles are built the same.</p><p>If you know lightning protection, you already know how niche this is. The work matters, the standards are high, and the right engineers are hard to come by.</p><p>You’ll be working on everything from <strong>MOD sites and hospitals to high-rise residential buildings and major universities</strong> - installing systems that quite literally protect structures from catastrophic damage.</p><hr><h3><span><strong>What the role actually looks like</strong></span></h3><p>This is hands-on, real engineering.</p><p>You’ll be out on site — not stuck behind a desk — installing and upgrading lightning protection and earthing systems across a wide range of buildings. Some jobs are straightforward, others more complex… that’s part of the appeal.</p><ul><li><p>Working at height using scaffolding, access equipment, and safe systems of work</p></li><li><p>Installing lightning protection systems in line with design specs</p></li><li><p>Upgrading and repairing existing systems</p></li><li><p>Completing site documentation properly (no shortcuts)</p></li><li><p>Liaising with site teams, project managers, and clients</p></li><li><p>Working independently or as part of a tight-knit team</p></li></ul><p>We aim to keep work regional, but there <strong>will be occasional stays away</strong> depending on projects.</p><hr><h3><span><strong>What you’ll need</strong></span></h3><ul><li><p>Proven background in lightning protection (install / test / repair)</p></li><li><p>NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Lightning Conductor Engineering or Level 3 Lightning Protection Test &amp; Inspection</p></li><li><p>Solid understanding of <strong>BS EN 62305</strong></p></li><li><p>CSCS Card</p></li><li><p>Full UK driving licence</p></li></ul><p><strong>Nice to have:</strong> IPAF, PASMA, SSSTS</p><hr><h3><span><strong>What’s in it for you</strong></span></h3><ul><li><p><strong>OTE £60,000 including sign on bonus + overtime</strong></p></li><li><p>Overtime available at 1.5 rate</p></li><li><p>Paid travel time after 30 minutes</p></li><li><p>Company vehicle + fuel card</p></li><li><p>Life assurance (3x salary)</p></li><li><p>Online GP access + prescriptions</p></li><li><p>Vivup discount platform (gym, tech, holidays, retail &amp; more)</p></li><li><p>Salary sacrifice pension</p></li><li><p>Genuine progression opportunities across a growing group of businesses</p></li></ul><hr><h3><span><strong>Why this role stands out</strong></span></h3><p>This isn’t just another install job.</p><p>You’ll be working on <strong>high-profile, safety-critical sites</strong>, with the backing of a business that’s growing fast and investing in its people. If you’re good at what you do, there’s real scope to progress — whether that’s technically or into leadership.</p><hr><p>If you’re already in the industry, you’ll know — good roles like this don’t come up often.</p><p>Ind1</p>