Red Chair Recruitment is seeking a Head of Installation for a home improvement supply and installation company based in Tralee, Co. Kerry. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing technical operations across surveying, specification, installation quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. The role ensures technical excellence, efficient processes, and consistent delivery standards across all projects and services.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and develop technical teams including surveyors and estimators
Set and maintain technical standards, procedures, and best practices
Oversee site surveys, assessments, and technical evaluations
Ensure accuracy of specifications, scopes of work, and quotations
Implement and monitor quality assurance and post-installation reviews
Manage technical risk assessments and regulatory compliance
Coordinate with design, operations, and installation teams
Support complex or high-value projects with senior technical oversight
Drive process improvements and digital system adoption
Identify training needs and lead technical upskilling initiatives
Ensure health & safety compliance across all technical activities
Act as senior technical advisor for internal teams and key clients
Skills & Experience
3+ years in a senior leadership position in installations services, heating systems, or related trades.
Background in plumbing is essential.
Strong knowledge of surveying, specification, and estimating processes.
Excellent organisational, strategic, and problem-solving skills.
Experience with compliance and technical standards.
This is a full-time, Monday to Friday position, salary is open to negotiation based on experience.
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