Trainee Confined Space Technician

Full Time | Permanent | Entry Level | UK Travel Required

Redline Safety Ltd is looking for a motivated and reliable individual to join our growing team as a Trainee Confined Space Technician. The position will be based at our office in Warrington (so candidate will need to be based within easy travel distance of WA5 0LP) but travel will be expected throughout the UK.

This is an entry-level role. You do not need qualifications or previous confined space experience — full training will be provided.

What you do need is the right attitude.

We work in challenging environments across multiple industries including utilities, water, infrastructure, manufacturing and facilities management. Safety, professionalism and teamwork are non-negotiable.

What We’re Looking For

We’re interested in people who:

  • Have a strong work ethic

  • Are punctual and reliable

  • Flexible (there will be night / weekend working and overnight stays)

  • Take pride in doing things properly

  • Communicate clearly and respectfully

  • Can follow procedures and instructions carefully

  • Stay calm under pressure

  • Are physically fit and comfortable working outside and in industrial environments

  • Want to learn and build a long-term career

The Role

As a trainee, you will:

  • Assist experienced technicians and rescue teams on site

  • Learn confined space entry and rescue procedures

  • Assist to clean, inspection and prepare safety equipment for site works

  • Develop knowledge of UK confined space regulations and best practice

  • Work both independently and as part of a close-knit team

Full training and qualifications will be provided as you progress.

What We Offer

  • Permanent, full-time position

  • Industry-recognised qualifications

  • Clear opportunities for progression

  • Competitive salary (based on experience and development)

  • A supportive and professional working environment

Requirements

  • Must be able to pass a drugs and alcohol test at all times

  • Clean shaven

  • Be comfortable working at height and in small spaces

  • Good level of fitness and be able to maintain suitable body weight

  • Driving license and own transport (must be able to get to office in early morning - before public transport allows)

If you are looking for a hands-on role with genuine career progression and want to join a company that values professionalism, integrity and growth, we would like to hear from you.

Apply by emailing your CV and a short cover note explaining why you would be a good fit for the role to vacancies@redlinesafety.co.uk.


 

Self-Employed Confined Space Technicians

We are always looking for good, self employed (with UTR), confined space rescue technicians who meet the following qualifications and criteria:

Mandatory

  • High risk confined space qualification (City & Guilds 6160-03 or equivalent)

  • Confined space rescue qualification (City & Guilds 6160-08 or equivalent)

  • First aid qualification (FREC3, FPOSi or equivalent)

  • CSCS (or similar affiliated) safety passport

  • Clean shaven (in the area where a mask touches the face)

  • Good level of fitness

  • Ability to pass drugs and alcohol test

Preferred

  • Safety critical medical

  • Experience working in high risk confined spaces

  • Control Entry and Arrangements for Confined Spaces, High Risk (City & Guilds 6160-04)

  • The patience of a saint and a warped sense of humour!

Most of our works are in the Northwest, so currently we are just looking for Northwest based technicians. If you are interested, please complete the form (on this page) or email us directly on info@redlinesafety.co.uk.