Skilled Operative

Job Description

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is the UK's biggest port, central to the country's economy and ambitions for growth. The Civil Engineering team are seeking a Skilled Operative to carry out small construction projects and maintenance of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] assets as part of the Trades Team, with a focus on groundworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Deputise in the absence of the Construction Supervisor or Revetement Manager
• Monitor material stocks and advise Construction Supervisor of material shortages
• Plan, organize, and schedule daily tasks to meet project deadlines
• Quality control and workmanship of permanent works
• Setting out works and reading construction drawings and specifications
• Perform groundworks tasks: excavation, trenching, levelling, backfilling
• Installation of drainage systems, manholes, and utility services
• Lay foundations, concrete, and hard landscaping materials
• Perform vehicle and plant driving functions
• Ensure work completed to a high standard

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum 10 years site experience in construction industry with emphasis on groundworks and civil engineering
• Experience in maritime sector useful
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• City & Guilds Full Technological Certificate (FTC) or NVQ Level 2 in relevant trade
• Current SSSTS qualification
• Full UK driving licence essential; C1 LGV licence required or willingness to train
• Hold or willing to train for IPAF (Mobile Vertical & Boom)
• Skilled in groundworks, drainage, carpentry, bricklaying, roofing, painting, kitchen fitting
• Qualified or willing to train to operate plant and equipment
• Qualified or willing to train to work at height and over water

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Medical Cash Plan (Westfield Health)
• Generous pension
• Onsite parking with electric charging
• Occupational Health, Mindfulness, Counselling, Physiotherapy
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Car-leasing scheme
• MyGymDiscounts

For informal discussion contact Nick Jordan at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Note: The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] are not registered with the UK Home Office and do not sponsor candidates who require a visa or work permit. Therefore only those with existing rights to live and work in the UK may apply.