Lightning Protection Foreman - South East England

Mercury Hampton Ltd
Nottingham

Lightning Protection Foreman – UK Wide Projects (Nottinghamshire HQ)

Location: Based from Nottinghamshire (National Travel Required)
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 + Vehicle + Overtime + Lodging Allowance
Industry: Lightning Protection | Earthing | Work at Height Safety Systems
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

We’re supporting a well-established specialist contractor and industry leader within Lightning Protection, Earthing, and Work at Height Safety Systems .

Due to continued growth and long-term contract wins, they are seeking an experienced Lightning Protection Foreman to lead inspection, testing, and repair works across the UK (and occasionally overseas).

This is a hands-on, field-based role suited to someone who enjoys site responsibility, technical work, and leading teams in safety-critical environments.

The Role

Supervise inspection, testing, and repair of Lightning Protection systems in line with:
BS 6651 | BS EN 62305 | BS 7430

Carry out site-based inspection works across earthing and surge protection systems

Deliver daily Toolbox Talks , POWRA, and ensure safe delivery of works

Lead small teams of engineers and mentor junior operatives on site

Support inspections of specialist height safety systems including:

Fall Arrest & Lifeline Systems

Edge Protection, Guardrails & Fixed Ladders

Safety Eyebolts, Ladder Hooks and Roof Safety Equipment

Maintain accurate site records, readings, and photographic evidence pre/post works

Liaise professionally with clients, designers, subcontractors, and head office

What You’ll Need

Proven experience in Lightning Protection inspection and repair

CSCS Card (NVQ Level II or III preferred)

Strong working knowledge of BS EN 62305 and earthing standards

Comfortable working at height and physically fit for site-based activity

Full UK Driving Licence

Basic IT ability for reporting and site documentation

Willingness to lodge away regularly (essential)

Desirable Certifications (Training Available)

IPAF / PASMA

Work at Height / Access & Rigging

Fall Arrest Systems

Asbestos Awareness / Manual Handling

CAT & Genny / IRATA / Rope Access (advantageous)

Additional Requirements

Enhanced DBS Check and Security Clearance required

Medical and fitness assessments carried out periodically

What’s on Offer

£45,000 – £55,000 basic salary (DOE)

Company vehicle, tools, PPE provided

Overtime and lodging allowances

Training in rope access and specialist systems available

Long-term progression with a recognised industry leader

📩 Interested?
If you’re a hands-on Lightning Protection Foreman looking for a long-term role with national projects and strong career development, apply today for a confidential discussion.

Posted 2026-01-26

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