Trainee Matting Installer

PHS Group plc; Bedford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading flooring solutions provider in the UK is seeking a Trainee Matting Installer to join their team. The role involves measuring, cutting, and installing entrance matting materials while ensuring high-quality standards and customer satisfaction. Candidates will benefit from a competitive salary, a fully maintained company vehicle, uniform, and ongoing career development opportunities. The ideal candidate should hold a valid UK driving licence and have good technical skills with tools. Flexibility in working hours is required.

Benefits

31 days holiday allowance

Pension

Discounts with retailers

Career development opportunities

24-hour wellbeing helpline

Access to Virtual GP

Qualifications

• Experience in installing entrance matting, PVC systems, and subfloor preparation.
• Must possess a full valid UK clean driving licence for at least 12 months.
• Ability to connect and communicate effectively with clients.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and install entrance matting materials.
• Remove existing flooring and dispose of responsibly.
• Prepare subfloors by cleaning and leveling surfaces.
• Ensure installations meet customer specifications.
• Communicate effectively with clients to ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Experience with entrance matting products

Driving: Valid UK driving licence

Technical skills with hand and power tools

Detail-oriented approach

Problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication skills

Flexible work approach

Education

CSCS card (skilled worker blue card)

Tools

Jigsaw

Plunge saw

Grinders

Drills

Job description

Trainee Matting Installer

About the role

We are seeking Trainee Floor layers to join our busy team. The ideal candidate will have experience in installing various flooring products, PVC systems, sheet materials and Selatan subfloor preparation with various screed and latex products.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you will get:

• Base salary of £26,416 (including bonus and overtime)
• 40 hours per week
• 31 days holiday allowance (including statutory bank holidays)
• Uniform provided
• Pension
• A fully maintained company vehicle and Tools provided
• phsPerks(Partnership withRewardGateway)
• phs Shop (Discounton household consumables)
• Discountswith retailers including Vodaphone.
• Ongoingcareer developmentopportunities
• 24 hourwellbeing helpline
• Access to Virtual GP for you and your family

Key Responsibilities

• Measure, cut and install a wide range of entrance matting materials to specific requirements.
• Removal of existing floorings and disposal efficiently and responsibly.
• Prepare subfloors by cleaning, levelling, and smoothing surfaces to ensure a quality finish.
• Ensure installations are carried out to customers specifications.
• Communicate effectively with clients to address any concerns, ensuring customer satisfaction.

Skills and Requirements

• Certifications: CSCS card with a skilled worker (blue card) in Entrance matting and matwellframing being an advantage.
• Driving: A full valid UK clean Pale driving licence, held for a minimum of 12 months for insurance purposes.
• Experience: Entrance matting installer or trainee floor layer who is familiar with entrance matting products and subfloor preparation.
• Technical Skills: Experienced in a multitude of hand and power tools to include but not limited to Jigsaw, Plunge saw, grinders and drills.
• Detail– Orientated: A keen eye and high standards for Kak finishing details.
• Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve challenges during installations.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills for interacting with clients and colleagues.
• Flexibility: The ability to have a flexible approach to work as this role involves a variety of days, nights and some stay away requirements.