Ductwork Installer

Ductwork Installers – NVQ Level 2 / CSCS Blue Card & NVQ Level 3 / CSCS Gold Card

London (HA4) | BESA | Direct Employment | Long-Term Opportunities

Opportunities Available

We are looking for experienced Ductwork Installers holding NVQ Level 2 with a CSCS Blue Card or NVQ Level 3 with a CSCS Gold Card to support projects across the business. Roles are aligned to national agreement contracts, including major framework and infrastructure projects, with competitive rates, paid holiday, pension contributions, and travel support where applicable.

About Exentec Hargreaves

Exentec Hargreaves has a long-standing heritage in the ventilation and HVAC sector, combining more than 150 years of design, manufacture, and installation expertise with modern digital engineering and off-site manufacturing capability. Based in Bury, the business is recognised for delivering specialist HVAC, high-integrity ductwork, smoke ventilation, and safety-critical ventilation systems across complex sectors including energy, defence, transport, and advanced infrastructure. Website: https://www.exyte-hargreaves.net/

BESA National Agreement Contracts – HS2 Framework

• Hourly rate: 37.5-hour guaranteed working week at (NVQ Level 2) £17.40 to (NVQ Level 3) £18.76 per hour in accordance with BESA National Agreement.
• Overtime: Monday to Friday and the first 5 hours on Saturday paid at £24.53 to £26.49 per hour, depending on grade.
• Sunday hours paid at £31.64 to £34.26 per hour, depending on grade.
• Local candidates: daily travel expenses and daily travel allowance available.
• Travelling candidates: weekly tax-free accommodation allowance of £368.83.
• Travelling candidates: weekly return travel time and expenses covered for weekend leaves.
• 33 days paid holiday
• Pension contributions

Role Details

• Trade: Ductwork Installer / Craftsperson
• Required qualifications: NVQ Level 2 (CSCS Blue Card) or NVQ Level 3 (CSCS Gold Card).
• Contract types: BESA National Agreement.
• Preferred qualifications: IPAF, Manual Handling, PASMA, Abrasive Wheels, Harness Awareness.

Progression and Development

Following successful completion of probation, employees will have the opportunity to discuss progression within the business, including enrolment onto NVQ Level 3 where suitable. We are committed to supporting long-term career development, with clear pathways available into supervision, site leadership, and management roles for those who demonstrate the right skills, attitude, safety standards, and commitment.

Flexibility Across Agreements

Candidates will be required to demonstrate flexibility across varying agreements, project locations, and business requirements. This flexibility is key to supporting long-term continuity of work, increasing future opportunities, and enabling career progression within the business.

Interested?

If you are interested in current or future Ductwork Installer opportunities within the business, please get in touch to discuss availability and next steps.

Apply now to be considered for upcoming opportunities.

Pay: £17.40-£18.76 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 38.0 per week

Work Location: In person