via Indeed · 5 October 2026 ·1 day ago

Trainee Engineer

SLRG
Dartford Full-time
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Window / Service Engineer Trainee

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Window / Service Engineer Trainee to join our team on a full\-time, permanent basis, covering London, Kent, Essex and the South East.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career within the window and door repair industry. You will work alongside experienced Service Engineers while receiving ongoing, on\-the\-job training across a wide range of window, door and glazing systems.

Previous experience within the window, door, glazing or construction industry would be an advantage, but is not essential, as full training will be provided.

The Role

You will initially work alongside experienced engineers, assisting with a wide range of service and repair work, including:

  • Window and door servicing and repairs

  • Fault finding and general adjustments

  • uPVC, aluminium and timber window and door systems

  • Tilt \& turn window and door systems

  • Tilt \& slide and lift \& slide door systems

  • Locks, hinges, handles, mechanisms and hardware replacements

  • Window and door realignment

  • Single, double and triple glazing replacements

  • Traditional putty glazing and hack\-outs

  • Making safe broken or damaged windows and doors

  • Measuring for replacement glass and components

  • Assisting with occasional window and door installations

  • Completing job reports and taking site photographs

  • Learning how to correctly diagnose faults and identify the appropriate repair
As your knowledge and experience develop, you will be given greater responsibility and the opportunity to progress into a Window \& Door Service Engineer role.

What We're Looking For

You will need to be:

  • Practical and comfortable using hand and power tools

  • Keen to learn and develop new skills

  • Reliable, punctual and hardworking

  • Able to follow instructions and work as part of a team

  • Professional and respectful when working in customers' homes and commercial properties

  • Comfortable with a hands\-on, physical role

  • Willing to travel throughout London, Kent, Essex and the South East

  • In possession of a full UK driving licence

  • Able to travel to the assigned engineer's location at the start of the working day
Previous experience within windows, doors, glazing, carpentry, construction or a similar trade would be ideal but is not essential.

Due to our company vehicle insurance requirements, applicants must be aged 25 or over to drive the company vehicle.

What We Provide

  • Starting salary of £25,000–£30,000 per year, depending on previous experience

  • Company van provided for work duties

  • Fuel provided

  • Full on\-the\-job training

  • Ongoing training and development

  • Training across specialist window and door systems

  • Full\-time, permanent position

  • Consistent, ongoing workload

  • Opportunity to progress into a Window \& Door Service Engineer position

  • Immediate start available
Job Title: Window / Service Engineer Trainee
Job Type: Full\-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,000–£30,000 per year, depending on experience
Work Location: On the road
Start Date: Immediate

Pay: £25,000\.00\-£30,000\.00 per year

Work Location: On the road

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