Installations Manager
Position Title: Installations Manager
Reports to: Operations Director
Location: Workshop based in Glossop, Derbyshire, but role requires the ability to travel nationally to site on a regular basis with the potential for international travel as the need develops.
Salary and benefits: Starting from £45k per annum, based on experience. Enjoy a robust benefits package including BUPA cash plan, bonus holiday scheme, company loyalty rewards.
The Role: Working to ensure the precision fitting of our traditional architectural joinery products, such as doors, floors, panelling, and kitchens, etc. on behalf of Jack Badger Ltd.
This role is both hands on and will require the ability to balance the practical side of fitting, as well as developing the supervisory and managerial aspect of the role.
Vision, Values &Mission:
At Jack Badger, we’re building a workplace we’re proud of, defined by exceptional craftsmanship and a shared commitment to excellence. This vision demands dedication, hard work, and a united team effort. From our roots in traditional joinery, we draw inspiration from the resilience of our predecessors, who created timeless work under challenging conditions. That legacy drives us to push boundaries in every project we undertake.
We stand out not just for the quality of our joinery, but for the passionate, skilled individuals who make up our entire team. From our craftsmen to the specialists working in other departments, we’re a group united by a pursuit of quality and ride in what we do.
We’re looking for people who share our values—trust, collaboration, enthusiasm, respect, and an unwavering commitment to craftsmanship—to join us in achieving our goals.
Roles and Responsibilities
Managerial
- Oversee the scheduling and booking of fitting teams to site as required, ensuring optimal resource allocation and minimal downtime between projects.
- Develop detailed installation plans based on project timelines, coordinating logistics for material delivery and team transportation nationwide.
- Monitor project progress through regular site visits and digital reporting tools, identifying potential delays early and implementing corrective actions.
- Collaborate with the design and production teams to review joinery components prior to dispatch, verifying compatibility with site conditions.
- Manage budget adherence for installation activities, tracking expenses related to travel, tools, and subcontractor fees while maximising cost efficiency.
- Recruit, train, and mentor internal and external fitters, conducting performance reviews and providing constructive feedback to foster skill development.
- Implement and develop standardised fitting processes across all teams to maintain consistency in craftsmanship.
- Surveying, defining and setting out site datums.
- Upholding and ensuring Jack Badger H&S procedures in line with legal requirements and our own standards.
- Lead post-project debriefs to capture lessons learned, updating company procedures and sharing best practices with the broader operations team.
- Handle client communications during installations, addressing concerns promptly and ensuring satisfaction with the final outcome.
- Maintain comprehensive records of all installations, including photographic documentation and compliance certifications for audit purposes.
Fitting
- Fitting bespoke joinery items, such as internal/external doors, panelling, and architectural features ensuring precise tolerances.
- Measure and mark out installation areas accurately to survey datums.
- Interpreting installation drawings and specifications to ensure accurate execution of projects.
- Coordinating with other on site trades like electricians and plumbers, as well as the site manager or home owner.
- Contributing to the development of fitting techniques and procedures by sharing insights and participating in process improvements.
- Ensuring timely completion of tasks, meeting project deadlines while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
- Supporting quality control by inspecting work at various stages to ensure it meets Jack Badger’s high standards.
- Engaging in continuous learning to master new techniques and adapt to modern technological advancements.
- Ensure all site work complies with UK health and safety regulations, including risk assessments, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and safe handling of tools and materials.
- Maintain and clean work areas, tools, and equipment post-installation to uphold site standards and company quality expectations.
- Liaise with site managers, clients, and colleagues to report progress, resolve issues, and incorporate feedback during the fitting process.
Required Skills
Managerial Skills
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex architectural blueprints, CAD drawings, and technical specifications to guide precise installations.
- Advanced knowledge of traditional joinery techniques, including hand-tool usage for on-site adjustments and finishing to a high standard.
- Experience with site surveying tools such as digital levels, laser measurers, and moisture meters to assess environmental factors affecting timber performance.
- Familiarity with building regulations and heritage guidelines, ensuring installations preserve the authenticity of period properties.
- Proven track record in team management, with the ability to motivate diverse groups of fitters and resolve conflicts to keep projects on track
- Strong negotiation skills for engaging with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to secure favourable terms and resolve disputes amicably.
- Analytical mindset for risk assessment, including proactive identification of potential hazards and development of mitigation strategies.
- Digital literacy for tracking timelines, resources, and team performance using software.
- Resilience and adaptability in high-pressure environments, with a customer-centric approach to delivering exceptional service under tight deadlines.
Fitting Skills
- Exceptional focus on quality and precision, ensuring every project meets Jack Badger’s standards of craftsmanship.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with colleagues, clients, and third parties, contributing to a cohesive team environment.
- Ability to troubleshoot technical challenges, propose solutions, and adapt to evolving project requirements.
- Capacity to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and balance efficiency with high-quality output.
- Willingness to embrace new techniques, technologies, and feedback to enhance skills and contribute to innovation.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, standing for extended periods, and handling large materials.
- Exceptional organisation, self-motivation, and timekeeping skills.
- A pride in their work and satisfaction in a job completed to the highest standard.
- The flexibility to consistently work away from home for much of the working week.
- The ability to understand Jack Badger and to be able to advocate on our behalf on site.
- Effective and efficient problem-solving skills and experience to deal with unexpected issues that come up on site.
- A calm and pragmatic approach to difficult situations or customers.
Key Behaviours
- You’re dependable, punctual, and honest—finishing tasks on time to a high standard and adapting when the team needs you. You keep to deadlines and ask for help when it’s needed.
- You work with your colleagues to solve problems, share knowledge, and build strong relationships across the team and beyond. You communicate effectively, welcome feedback, and contribute to a positive, innovative environment.
- You’re excited about your role and speak proudly of Jack Badger. You are motivated and strive to find opportunities for self-development, keeping your skills sharp and your passion alive.
- You value everyone’s contributions, communicate kindly, and embrace diverse perspectives. You treat the workplace, tools, and processes with care, proactively supporting our goals and speaking up when respect falters.
- You deliver high-quality work with attention to detail, always aiming to improve. You learn eagerly, balance efficiency with precision, and set your team up for success with thorough handovers and communication.
Company Overview
Jack Badger Ltd is a team of some of the most talented and knowledgeable traditional joiners across the UK. Inspired by historical joinery and carving techniques, our style takes creative cues from Medieval designs to create considered and beautifully handcrafted internal and external doors, panelling, flooring and other architectural features, fit for modern living.
Our multi-award winning joinery studio provides the perfect base for us to blend our traditional hand carving and joinery techniques with our innovative in-house technological and CAD capabilities. This allows us to keep developing our designs and working practices, so that we can continue to take on the most innovative and complex of projects.
We work collaboratively with clients and other third parties on projects across the country. Our pragmatic approach, from unpicking historic joinery techniques, adds a diverse knowledge base to project teams, helping to refine ideas and create something truly authentic out of the best natural and sustainable wood.
In short, Jack Badger create considered, historically inspired pieces that will live and be loved for centuries to come.
To Apply: Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role to jobs@jackbadger.co.uk
