We're looking for an experienced VRS Lead Installer to join our growing team at Octavius. If you're passionate about delivering high-quality highway infrastructure, leading teams on site, and taking pride in work that directly improves road safety across the UK, we'd love to hear from you.
As a leading civil engineering organisation, we deliver safe, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions across a range of major highways and infrastructure projects. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business with long-term work, career development opportunities, and a strong focus on safety and teamwork.
As a VRS Lead Installer, you'll take responsibility for leading the safe and efficient installation of Vehicle Restraint Systems (VRS) across a variety of highway and infrastructure schemes.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading VRS installation teams to deliver work safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards
- Coordinating daily site activities, including site set-up and traffic management requirements
- Ensuring all works comply with National Highways Sector Schemes and industry standards
- Reading and interpreting drawings, carrying out site measurements, and overseeing accurate installation
- Promoting a strong health, safety, and environmental culture on site
- Liaising with Site Managers, Engineers, and Clients to ensure smooth project delivery
- Supporting and developing team members to achieve successful project outcomes
You'll be working alongside a highly skilled and supportive team delivering projects across major frameworks, including National Highways and local authority schemes. Working closely with Site Managers, Engineers, and Operational teams, you'll play a key role in delivering infrastructure that benefits communities and road users across the country.
We're seeking a hands-on, motivated leader who has a strong background in VRS installation and a commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.
- Proven experience installing Vehicle Restraint Systems on highways or major infrastructure projects
- Previous experience leading or supervising site-based teams
- Strong understanding of health and safety requirements and relevant industry standards, including NHSS 2
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and site instructions
- Valid CSCS card
- Valid HGV Licence (essential)
- Full UK driving licence
- Flexibility to work nights and occasional weekends when required
We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to investing in your future.
Our package includes:
- Competitive salary
- Pension scheme
- Life Assurance cover
- 20 days annual leave, plus your birthday off
- Overtime opportunities
- Travel opportunities where applicable
- Ongoing training and upskilling
- Clear career progression opportunities within a growing business
- The chance to work on high-profile infrastructure projects across the UK
If you're an experienced VRS professional with leadership experience and a valid HGV Licence, we'd love to hear from you. Join Octavius and play a key role in delivering safer roads and critical infrastructure projects across the UK.
