Bacton Gas Terminal - Advanced Scaffolder

Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics; Bacton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics is seeking an Advanced Scaffold Contractor for our Bacton Gas Terminal site. The permanent role offers a 38-hour week, Mon–Fri, with a flexible start date and DBS clearance required before on-site work.

Experience leading a team is a plus, as the role may involve chargehand holiday cover and supervision tasks. Training will be provided, and adherence to safety standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have CISRS Advanced Scaffold Card and be able to lead scaffolding operations.
• IOSH/SSSTS or similar supervisory qualification is desirable.
• Capable of following safety policies and working to SG4 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Read scaffold drawings and erect scaffolds per drawings and specs.
• Erect, dismantle and carry out various scaffold types safely.
• Keep equipment and work areas safe, clean and compliant at all times.
• Report defects or incidents to supervisor promptly.
• Follow work instructions and complete required paperwork.
• Liaise daily with Site Supervisor/Manager and inform of issues.

Skills

Team leadership

System scaffolding

Safety awareness

Education

CISRS Advanced Scaffold Card

IOSH/SSSTS supervisory qualification

Job description

ADVANCED SCAFFOLDER

Location: Bacton Gas Terminal

Start Date: Flexible, preferred 23/11/2026

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Mon - Fri, 38 hour week

We are looking for a skilled advanced scaffolder to join our team at the Bacton Gas Terminal. This is a permanent role with a flexible start date, ideally November 23rd. This role will require occasional step up as chargehand holiday cover so experience leading a team is a benefit.

The successful candidate will need to complete a Basic DBS check before starting on site.

Key Deliverables

• All additional training provided if required.


• Having an understanding of company safety policy and ensuring that it is complied with.


• Use the correct tools, plant and equipment and keep them in good condition. Ensure they are safe before use


• Report to supervision any defects in plant and equipment, protective clothing or safety equipment


• Work in a safe manner at all times, avoid taking unnecessary risks


• Keep working areas and welfare facilities in a clean, tidy and safe condition at all times


• Report all accidents or incidents immediately to the supervisor or site manager


• Follow work instructions on the work order card


• Actively participate in pre-job risk assessments


• Keep working areas in a clean and tidy condition at all times


• Complete all the appropriate paperwork associated with the task as requested by Altrad and the client


• Liaise on a daily basis with the Site Supervisor/Manager and keep them fully informed of all issues.


• Adhere to SG4 requirements


• Read scaffold drawings and erect scaffold in line with drawings and specifications


• Erect, dismantle and carry out the following: Tower scaffolds, Independent scaffolds, Birdcage scaffolds, Slung scaffolds, Cantilever Scaffolds, Truss out Scaffolds, Proprietary scaffold system


• Temporary installed suspended scaffolds and access equipment


• Special design structures


• Comply with technical manual and relevant standards


• Give clear instructions which incorporate safety aspects and ensure that they are followed

ESSENTAL

• CISRS Advanced Scaffold Card

DESIRABLE

• IOSH, SSSTS or other supervisory qualification


• Prior experience with system scaffolding