Scaffolding Contractor – Solar Installations – Manchester

Scaffolding Contractor – Solar Installations – Manchester

ABOUT US

At Eco Approach we’re not just industry leaders in property certification and compliance—we’re helping make homes and buildings across the UK more energy efficient.

From solar and heat pump installations to gas heating, electrical works, and full property compliance (including EPCs, EICRs, and Gas Safety Certificates), we deliver smart, sustainable solutions to over 10,000 properties every month.

With four offices covering the UK, we support a diverse portfolio of clients—from Big Six energy companies, councils and social housing providers to landlords, developers, and homeowners.

Our team is made up of skilled engineers, surveyors, and support staff who are passionate about doing things the right way, with professionalism and care, and a focus on results.

We’re proud of our collaborative culture and commitment to high standards, and we’re growing fast. Joining Eco Approach means becoming part of a company where your work genuinely makes a difference—not just to our clients, but to the people living in the homes we help improve every day.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a reliable, independent scaffolding contractor to provide safe access for our residential and commercial solar installations across Manchester and the surrounding area. Small and medium-sized scaffolding firms are welcome to apply.

You’ll supply, erect, inspect, maintain and dismantle scaffolding, edge protection and temporary access, so our installers can move panels, tools and equipment safely while protecting occupants, the public and the property.

Rather than using one national provider, we are building a network of local scaffolding partners, each covering their own area. In return for competitive, transparent pricing and responsive service, we offer:

• A regular pipeline of work close to your yard
• Jobs grouped by area to cut travel and downtime
• Advance visibility of our installation programme
• Prompt payment

You’ll be asked to confirm the area you can cover around Kent when you apply.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supply, erect, alter, inspect, maintain and dismantle scaffolding, edge protection and temporary access
• Work with our solar team on scaffold positions, platform heights and safe routes for moving panels and equipment
• Identify site hazards and protect occupants, the public, property and other trades
• Inspect scaffolding before handover, at the required intervals, and after any alteration or severe weather
• Keep scaffold tags, handover certificates, inspection records and photos up to date
• Respond quickly to alteration, maintenance and emergency access requests
• Leave sites clean and tidy when the job is finished
• Comply with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, the Work at Height Regulations 2005, and relevant HSE guidance and standards

SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Essential:

• Proven experience in residential and commercial scaffolding, ideally on roofing, renewable-energy or similar projects
• Current CISRS cards (or UK equivalent) for the scaffold types and heights you take on
• Good technical knowledge of loading, ties, bracing, edge protection and fall prevention, including knowing when an engineer is needed
• A documented health and safety system (SSIP accreditation such as CHAS, SafeContractor or Constructionline is accepted)
• Public liability insurance of at least £5 million and employer’s liability insurance of at least £5 million
• Well-maintained, inspected scaffold equipment, vehicles and PPE
• A yard or depot in your operating area with capacity for a regular weekly flow of jobs
• Reliable scheduling and clear communication, including prompt notice of delays or safety issues
• Confidence working safely around occupied homes, businesses and the public
• Good digital record keeping for quotes, inspections, photos and invoices
• Willingness to work against a schedule of rates for standard solar access

Desirable:

• Experience providing scaffolding or roof-edge protection for solar PV installations
• Experience with repeat, high-volume domestic work (for example, for housing associations or roofing contractors)
• Access to a scaffold designer or engineer for occasional complex jobs (as required)
• Membership of a recognised UK scaffolding or access industry body
• First aid, working at height, rescue and asbestos awareness training