Concrete Finisher

Carmichael UK; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

CarmichaelUK is seeking experienced Concrete Finishers for a major long-term project in Plymouth. You will carry out concrete finishing to high standards, including floating, trowelling and smoothing surfaces, and working to line and level.

A Level 2 NVQ in Concrete Finishing and BPSS clearance are required, with a CSCS Blue card and Safety Critical Medical. Role offers long-term work with attractive overtime rates (£31.22 per hour OT1 and £41.62 per hour OT2) and progression on a large

Qualifications

• Level 2 NVQ in Concrete Finishing or equivalent.
• CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card required.
• Safety Critical Medical clearance.
• BPSS security clearance required before starting.
• Experience on construction or civil projects as concrete finisher.

Responsibilities

• Carry out concrete finishing to a high standard.
• Float, trowel and finish freshly poured concrete.
• Level and smooth concrete surfaces.
• Repair and finish concrete as required.
• Work to line, level and tolerances.
• Use hand and power tools for concrete finishing.
• Collaborate with formwork, steel fixing and site teams.
• Follow drawings, specs and safe working procedures.
• Maintain high on-site health and safety standards.

Skills

Concrete finishing

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

Level 2 NVQ in Concrete Finishing

CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card

BPSS security clearance eligibility

Safety Critical Medical

Job description

Concrete Finisher – Plymouth

Location: Plymouth
Duration: Long-term work
Basic Rate: £20.81 per hour
Overtime 1: £31.22 per hour
Overtime 2: £41.62 per hour
Quals: Level 2 NVQ in Concrete Finishing

We are currently looking for experienced Concrete Finishers to join a major long-term construction project in Plymouth.

Duties will include:

• Carrying out concrete finishing works to a high standard
• Floating, trowelling and finishing freshly poured concrete
• Levelling and smoothing concrete surfaces
• Repairing and making good concrete where required
• Working to line, level and specified tolerances
• Using hand and power tools associated with concrete finishing
• Working alongside formwork, steel fixing and site teams
• Following site drawings, specifications and safe working procedures
• Maintaining high standards of health and safety on site

Competencies / Requirements:

• Level 2 NVQ in Concrete Finishing
• CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card
• Safety Critical Medical
• Previous experience working as a Concrete Finisher on construction or civil engineering projects
• Strong knowledge of concrete finishing techniques
• Ability to work effectively as part of a busy site team
• Must be able to meet the project's BPSS security clearance requirements

Security Clearance Requirements

Due to the security-sensitive nature of the project, all successful applicants will be required to complete BPSS security clearance before starting on site.

Applicants must be able to provide the required documentation and information to successfully complete the vetting process, including proof of identity, right to work and employment/history checks.

Due to the project's security requirements, applicants must meet the required nationality eligibility criteria, including being a national of a NATO member country where applicable.

All offers and start dates will be subject to successful completion of the required security vetting and clearance process.

This is a long-term opportunity on a major infrastructure project in Plymouth, with excellent overtime rates available.