Construction Operative

VanRath

Magherafelt

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 32,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates
Overtime opportunities
Ongoing training and development
Safe working environment
Career progression potential

Job summary

VanRath is seeking a suitable candidate for a field maintenance role in Northern Ireland. The position involves carrying out response repairs and void works across a range of properties, including fencing, concreting, demolition, and minor construction tasks.

The role requires construction or maintenance experience, a CSR card, and a full driving licence. You will operate plant equipment and use mobile devices, while maintaining high health and safety standards and professional conduct with

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years construction or maintenance experience.
  • Valid CSR card and full driving licence.
  • Proven ability to deliver excellent customer service.
  • Experience with plant operation and mobile devices (desirable).
  • Strong awareness of health and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out response repairs and void works, including fencing, concreting, demolition, and minor build works.
  • Operate plant equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Work on void and tenanted properties with professionalism and courtesy.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
  • Complete all necessary documentation accurately and promptly.

Skills

Customer service
Health and safety awareness
Team collaboration

Tools

Plant equipment operation
Mobile devices usage

Job description

Salary / Benefits
  • Competitive pay rates
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Safe working environment
  • Career progression potential
About your next employer

Our client is a well-established organisation within the social housing sector, specialising in response repairs, void works, and minor construction projects. They operate across a broad property portfolio, focusing on quality service delivery and customer satisfaction. Supported by a collaborative team, they are committed to safety, innovation, and supporting their workforce to grow.

About you
  • Minimum of 2 years construction or maintenance experience
  • Valid CSR card and full driving licence
  • Proven ability to deliver excellent customer service
  • Experience with plant operation and mobile devices (desirable)
  • Strong awareness of health and safety protocols
What you'll do
  • Carry out response repairs and void works, including fencing, concreting, demolition, and minor build works
  • Operate plant equipment safely and efficiently
  • Work on void and tenanted properties with professionalism and courtesy
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment
  • Complete all necessary documentation accurately and promptly
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