Design & Estimating Trainee

About the Company
Our client is a well-established provider of fire protection and electronic security solutions across the UK. The business designs, installs, commissions, and maintains systems including fire alarms, CCTV, intruder alarms, access control, and emergency lighting.

With over 20 years of experience and a strong reputation for quality and compliance, the company works with a wide range of clients—from SMEs to large blue-chip organisations—delivering end-to-end safety and security solutions.

Due to continued growth, they are now looking to invest in a driven Administrator who is keen to develop into a Design & Estimating role.

The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented Administrator with an interest in design, technical systems, or construction to join a growing business and build a long-term career.

You will initially support the design and estimating team with administrative duties, while receiving training and exposure to system design, quotations, and project costing.

Key Responsibilities:

Administrative Duties

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the design and estimating team

• Maintain accurate records, project files, and documentation

• Assist with data entry, quotations, and job tracking systems

• Liaise with internal departments, engineers, and suppliers

Design & Estimating Support

• Assist in preparing quotations and cost estimates for fire and security systems

• Support the design of systems (e.g. fire alarms, CCTV, access control)

• Interpret basic drawings, plans, and specifications

• Work with senior team members to develop technical knowledge

Progression (Training Provided)

• Learn how to produce detailed system designs

• Develop understanding of compliance and industry standards

• Progress into a fully-fledged Estimator / Designer role

Key Requirements:

Essential

• Previous administrative experience

• Strong organisational and attention-to-detail skills

• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, Outlook)

• Excellent communication skills

• A genuine interest in design, engineering, or technical environments

Desirable

• Experience using AutoCAD or similar design software

• Background in construction, engineering, or facilities

• Exposure to estimating, quoting, or project support

• Interest in fire safety or security systems

Personal Attributes

• Eager to learn and develop new technical skills

• Proactive and self-motivated

• Able to work both independently and as part of a team

• Strong problem-solving mindset

What’s on Offer

• Structured training and clear career progression into Design & Estimating

• Opportunity to join a growing, reputable company

• Supportive and collaborative working environment

• Long-term career development within the fire & security industry

• Pension scheme and holiday entitlement

Job Title:
Design & Estimating Trainee)

Location:
Knaresborough (HG5)

Working Hours:
08:30am – 5:00pm (30-minute unpaid lunch)

Working Week:
Monday to Friday (No weekends)

Contract Type:
Temp to Perm (Permanent after 15 weeks)

Job Type:
Full-time, Permanent