Company Description
StrongPoint ALS is a leading provider of grocery retail smart technology solutions for some of the UK's and Europe's largest grocery retailers.
As part of the StrongPoint Group, we deliver nationwide rollouts of innovative retail technology, store transformation projects, and ongoing support services that help retailers create smarter stores, improve customer experiences, and optimise operational performance.
Our team combines technical expertise, project delivery excellence, and customer-focused support to deliver technology solutions at scale across the UK and Ireland.
Please note: StrongPoint ALS UK Ltd does not currently hold a Home Office sponsor licence and is therefore unable to sponsor visa applications for this role. Candidates must already hold the right to work in the UK, without requiring sponsorship, in order to be considered.
Role Overview
We're looking for a Lead Install Operative to take full ownership of our overnight installations across sites nationwide. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives on managing people, solving problems on the ground, and delivering projects to a consistently high standard. You'll lead both employed and agency install operatives, ensure every site reflects StrongPoint's reputation for quality and professionalism, and be the driving force behind smooth, well-coordinated installations from start to finish.
The role covers a minimum of 37.5 hours per week across 5 shifts out of 7, including Sundays, with frequent nationwide travel and overnight stays.
Key Responsibilities
- Take full accountability for the delivery of each installation, managing both employed and agency operatives
- Maintain clear, effective communication with store managers, duty managers, store staff, and installation colleagues
- Guarantee consistent installation quality across all sites, with accurate capture of equipment volumes, materials, and other data on sign-off reports
- Conduct quality checks during and after installations to verify standards are met
- Plan and coordinate overnight installations, managing tools, equipment, and manpower to optimise delivery
- Inspire and motivate the installation team, addressing challenges proactively and providing on-the-job training and support
- Identify opportunities to improve installation processes, workflow, and team performance
About You
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:
- Proven experience leading installation teams, ideally in overnight or shift-based work
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- The ability to motivate and manage a diverse team, ensuring professionalism onsite
- A commitment to maintaining high-quality standards and accurate data reporting
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges
- Flexibility to work overnight shifts, including Sundays, and to travel extensively across the UK
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Ongoing professional development
- Collaborative and supportive working environment
- Financial and wellbeing support platforms
- Company pension scheme and competitive holiday allowance
- People-orientated approach to management and support
If you're a natural leader who takes pride in getting the details right and enjoys the variety of working across different sites and teams, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: £36,000.00-£37,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Are you able to travel extensively throughout the UK and stop over when necessary
Experience:
- retail installation: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road
