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Lightning Protection Designer/Estimator (129jc) – Blidworth/With up to 50% Travel – up to £45k depending on experience + Benefits

Are you a hands-on, technically minded individual from an engineering, signals, or electrical background? Ready to apply your military precision and leadership to a dynamic civilian career?

DUE TO THE NATURE OF THIS RECRUITMENT CONSULTANCY, WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO REPRESENT INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE EX MILITARY.

My client is seeking a Lightning Protection Designer/Estimator to join their growing technical team. This hybrid field-and-office-based role is ideal for those with a background in electrical systems, or engineering trades – especially those familiar with risk assessments, installations, or compliance.

What You’ll Do:

* Conduct on-site surveys, including soil resistivity testing and risk assessments

* Design lightning, surge, and specialist earthing protection systems (training provided)

* Use CAD and bespoke software (e.g., StrikeRisk – full training included)

* Estimate and scope installation, remedial, and maintenance works

* Produce technical reports, schematics, and inspection documentation

* Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and clients to deliver solutions on time and on budget

* Travel to UK-wide client sites; lodging provided where needed, as there will be about 50% nationwide travel.

Why Veterans? My client values military skills such as:

* Mission planning & execution

* Adherence to technical standards and health & safety

* Working under pressure in varied environments

* Communication, reporting, and cross-functional teamwork

* Security clearance eligibility (MOD vetting required – must have 5 years UK residency)

What they are looking for:

* Formal engineering qualification or equivalent trade background

* 18th Edition qualified OR willing to train in BS EN 62305 (Lightning Protection Standards)

* Experience with electrical, force protection, or comms systems ideal

* Strong IT literacy – Excel, Outlook, design software

* Full UK Driving Licence

* Willingness to stay away from home as needed

What You’ll Get:

* Structured training and ongoing development

* Clear progression into project management and specialist engineering

* A supportive team environment that respects your background

* Competitive salary of between £35 – 45k depending on skills and experience, as well as a benefits package which is currently under review that includes 22 days + BH

* Working Mon – Fri 8.30 to 5pm

If you’ve served in the Royal Engineers, REME, Signals, RAF Engineering, Royal Navy Engineering Branch or similar – this role could be your next step as they are happy to see candidates who have a minimum of 18th Edition qualification and a desire to develop and grow into this career, however your starting salary will be at the lower end of the bracket.

For more information, please contact Jean-Claude Hedouin at Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd on (phone number removed)