Job Description

Senior Site Installer

Cake Industries design, engineer, fabricate and make beautiful things; from sculpture, bridges and staircases to cabinetry and pavilions. Working with the finest materials and taking a design-focused approach to all projects, we work with architects, designers, artists and contractors to bring concepts to life.

We are currently looking for an experienced site installer, able to operate at a senior level, to join our team. The successful applicant must have experience of both working with timber and steel structures, an ability to solve problems and work in a leadership role with our site team. Attention to detail, knowledge of working on large construction sites and a serious approach to health and safety are all essential qualities for this role.

Role

Installation on site of steel and timber staircases, sculpture and pavilions

Use of appropriate lifting equipment where manual handling is not possible

Leadership of a small group of installers to ensure projects are installed smoothly and safely

Liaising with workshop team, project managers and client representatives during installations, and delegating tasks and processes to the team.

Understanding setting out, part and installation drawings

Maintaining accuracy and quality of work

Maintaining the highest levels of H&S and adhering to site specific regulations, including managing risk assessments & method statements, lift plans and hot works applications on site.

Organisation and loading/unloading of tools and materials from a delivery vehicles

You will uphold high standards of craft and workmanship, demonstrating awareness of quality management across varying projects and contexts from structural fabrication to detailed metalworking.

You will have a positive attitude and enjoy problem solving within a creative and collaborative environment.

You will ensure that that your own work is carried out efficiently

PPE and specific training will be provided where required/necessary

You will report to the Operations Director.

Salary

Based on experience and competence but expected to be in the range 46,000-55,000, with opportunities for this to grow with the business.

Job Type

Permanent, 5 days a week. A salaried package including annual leave and statutory benefits.

Essential skills

A strong work ethic and can-do attitude

SSSTS or SMSTS qualifications

Leadership ability through experience and and competence to inspire and drive a small team

Willingness to learn and develop construction-based skills from our existing team

Comfortable with varying hours and a willingness to get the job done

Based within reach of SE26 (workshop location)

Knowledge of fabrication and making in steel.

Exemplary time management and an organised and coherent approach to your work.

Desirable skills

Forklift/ MEWP / Telehandler / PASMA Certification

Experience of carpentry/woodworking

Experience welding, drilling, and grinding steel

Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.

Knowledge of and implementation of good health and safety practice.

Experience of working both in a workshop and on-site installation.

CSCS Managers Card and/or further formal health and safety training.

Valid UK driving licence.

Pleasesubmit your CV and examples of previous work including contact details for two references to maria@cakeindustries.co.uk.

Applicants will be selected subject to an interview and skills trial over a working day (paid).

Application deadline Friday 5 December 2025.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 46,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person