Blind and Curtain Installation Engineer

Ace Contracts specialise in the supply, manufacture and installation of bespoke (manual and electric) blinds and curtains. We started life as a small family business over 25 years ago. As we have grown to be one of the industry leaders in the high end residential and commercial sector, we have been sure to maintain our family business ethos. We recognise that each of our customers are unique, and we aim to deliver a completely personalised service on each project.

Ace is a fast\-paced environment which is constantly developing and expanding. We invest in our workspaces and employees and support them in progressing their career. We strongly support promotion from within and have many longstanding employees who have had various roles within the business.

About the Role

As part of our installation team, you will be responsible for installing a range of curtains, blinds, tracks and associated systems to a high standard.

This is a practical, hands\-on role that requires good attention to detail, problem\-solving skills and pride in the quality of your work. You'll work on a variety of projects and no two days are exactly the same.

Typical duties will include:

• Installing curtains, blinds, tracks and shading systems


• Measuring, marking out and accurately positioning products


• Drilling and fixing into a variety of surfaces


• Working from drawings, specifications and installation information


• Troubleshooting and resolving installation issues on site


• Working safely and following site\-specific RAMS and procedures


• Liaising professionally with project managers, site teams and clients


• Taking care of tools, equipment and company vehicles


• Travelling to sites throughout London and the surrounding areas, with occasional UK and overseas travel

Experience

Previous curtain or blind installation experience would be ideal, but it is not essential as full training will be provided.

We are particularly interested in hearing from people with experience in practical trades where accuracy, fixing and finishing skills are important.

You may currently be working as a:

• Carpenter or joiner


• Kitchen fitter


• Electrician


• Shopfitter


• Multi\-trade operative


• Skilled installer/fitter

If you're confident using hand and power tools, have good practical skills and are looking for a change, we'd be happy to hear from you.

What We're Looking For

The right person will be:

• Practical and confident using hand and power tools


• Able to work accurately with good attention to detail


• Reliable and punctual


• Professional when working in clients' homes and on high\-end/commercial sites


• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team


• Willing to learn new products and installation methods


• Flexible regarding travel when projects require it


• Able to problem\-solve and use their initiative


• Committed to working safely and producing a high standard of finish

A full UK driving licence is required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary


• Full training provided for candidates coming from other trades


• Monday–Friday working with weekend and evening overtime paid at an enhanced rate available


• 23 days annual leave including Christmas shutdown


• Varied projects and working locations


• Opportunity for UK and overseas travel


• Ongoing training and development


• Stable, permanent role within an established company


• Company van after successfully completing probationary period


• Tools, uniform, PPE and training is provided


• Company events

This could be an excellent opportunity for an experienced curtain and blind installer looking for their next role, or for a skilled tradesperson who would like to use their existing practical skills in a different industry.

Pay: £35,000\.00\-£45,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Free parking

Licence/Certification:

• UK Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

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