VRS Lead Installer

Join Octavius and help keep the UK's road network safe

We're looking for an experienced VRS Lead Installer to join our growing team at Octavius. If you're passionate about delivering high-quality highway infrastructure, leading teams on site, and taking pride in work that directly improves road safety across the UK, we'd love to hear from you.

As a leading civil engineering organisation, we deliver safe, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions across a range of major highways and infrastructure projects. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business with long-term work, career development opportunities, and a strong focus on safety and teamwork.

What you'll be doing

As a VRS Lead Installer, you'll take responsibility for leading the safe and efficient installation of Vehicle Restraint Systems (VRS) across a variety of highway and infrastructure schemes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading VRS installation teams to deliver work safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards
• Coordinating daily site activities, including site set-up and traffic management requirements
• Ensuring all works comply with National Highways Sector Schemes and industry standards
• Reading and interpreting drawings, carrying out site measurements, and overseeing accurate installation
• Promoting a strong health, safety, and environmental culture on site
• Liaising with Site Managers, Engineers, and Clients to ensure smooth project delivery
• Supporting and developing team members to achieve successful project outcomes

Who you'll work with

You'll be working alongside a highly skilled and supportive team delivering projects across major frameworks, including National Highways and local authority schemes. Working closely with Site Managers, Engineers, and Operational teams, you'll play a key role in delivering infrastructure that benefits communities and road users across the country.

What we're looking for

We're seeking a hands-on, motivated leader who has a strong background in VRS installation and a commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

Essential requirements:

• Proven experience installing Vehicle Restraint Systems on highways or major infrastructure projects
• Previous experience leading or supervising site-based teams
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements and relevant industry standards, including NHSS 2
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and site instructions
• Valid CSCS card
• Valid HGV Licence (essential)
• Full UK driving licence
• Flexibility to work nights and occasional weekends when required

Why join Octavius?

We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to investing in your future.

Our package includes:

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance cover
• 20 days annual leave, plus your birthday off
• Overtime opportunities
• Travel opportunities where applicable
• Ongoing training and upskilling
• Clear career progression opportunities within a growing business
• The chance to work on high-profile infrastructure projects across the UK

Ready to make a difference?

If you're an experienced VRS professional with leadership experience and a valid HGV Licence, we'd love to hear from you. Join Octavius and play a key role in delivering safer roads and critical infrastructure projects across the UK.