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Mechanical Door Fitters - National Travel Role

Gap Personnel
Port Talbot · posted 18 August 2026
Salary
£36,000 – £38,000 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Port Talbot, West Glamorgan
Category
Engineering
Mechanical Door Fitters – National Travel Role Salary: £36,000–£38,000 DOE + weekly allowances Base Location: Port Talbot (must arrive by 6:00am daily) Salary: £36,000–£38,000 DOE + weekly allowances A practical, hands‑on mechanical fitting role working nationwide on secure sites, with early starts from Port Talbot, strong weekly allowances, and strict security‑clearance requirements. Role Overview Join a travelling installation team responsible for fitting, maintaining and repairing mechanical door systems across secure and military locations throughout the UK. This role suits someone who enjoys working away, being part of a close‑knit team, and delivering high‑quality workmanship on specialist projects. What You’ll Be Doing Mechanical door installation on secure and military sites Nationwide travel Monday–Friday as part of a team Occasional Sunday travel for early Monday site meetings Working safely and professionally within strict security protocols Maintaining high standards of reliability, conduct and workmanship Working Hours Mon–Thu: 8:00am – 4:30pm Fri: 6:00am – 2:00pm Overtime available Daily team meet point: Port Talbot, 6:00am sharp Pay & Allowances £36,000–£38,000 salary (DOE) £25 tax‑free overnight allowance (Airbnb accommodation provided) £100 weekly allowance for staying away All travel arranged as a team Security Clearance Requirements Due to work on secure and military sites, candidates must be able to pass enhanced clearance checks, including: DBS check – essential Full background screening (employment history verification) UK residency checks Random drugs & alcohol testing Ability to follow strict site security rules and protocols What You Need Valid CSCS card – essential DBS check – essential SSSTS / SMSTS – beneficial Previous construction industry experience Proven mechanical door fitting background Ability to reliably reach Port Talbot for 6am departures Strong teamwork, work ethic and willingness to work away
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