Engineering Tradesperson – South Queensferry

BEAR Scotland; South Queensferry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Engineering Tradesperson in South Queensferry, where you'll play a crucial role in maintaining iconic structures like the Forth Road Bridge and Queensferry Crossing. This position offers the chance to work on significant maintenance projects, ensuring safety and efficiency while collaborating with skilled professionals. With a commitment to employee development, BEAR Scotland provides a supportive environment where your skills can flourish. Enjoy a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including generous leave and a cycle-to-work scheme, as you contribute to vital infrastructure that connects communities across Scotland.

Benefits

Tailored competitive salary

Pension and life assurance

Up to 34 days annual leave

Additional annual leave purchase

2 paid charity days per year

Shopping discounts and cashback

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Development and progression plan

Qualifications

• Current experience in Engineering discipline, typically SVQ 3 as a minimum.
• Ability to work at height and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cyclic maintenance tasks on FRB and QC.
• Install bridge access systems including cradles and access platforms.
• Adhere to Health & Safety legislation.

Skills

Engineering discipline qualification (SVQ 3)

Ability to work to strict deadlines

Teamwork

Working at height

Working in confined spaces

Full UK driving licence

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Engineering Tradesperson – South Queensferry

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Engineering Tradesperson to join the Major Bridges Maintenance Team. The role will involve installing access installation and operation (of both underdeck staging and overhead cradles) as part of a comprehensive maintenance team. You may also be required to carry out minor metal work repairs/installations, driving/operating bridge gantries works on the Forth Road Bridge/Queensferry Crossing and other locations throughout the SE Unit as required. The role also requires involvement in the day-to-day activities relating to the delivery of routine and cyclic maintenance works and schemes of up to £1,000,000 in value, at South Queensferry Depot in the South East Unit.

Responsibilities include:

• Carry out cyclic maintenance tasks on FRB and QC.
• Carry out installation of bridge access systems – e.g., cradles, underdeck access platforms.
• Minor fabrication and installation works.
• Adhere to Health & Safety legislation.
• Operation of bridge access systems (gantries).
• Assist other trades as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Current experience/qualification in an appropriate Engineering discipline, typically SVQ 3 as a minimum.
• Must be able to work to strict deadlines.
• Must be able to work as part of a composite team as required.
• Must be able to work at height.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.
• A full approved UK driving licence.

Why BEAR?

BEAR Scotland currently manages, maintains and improves 1962km of Scottish trunk road including over 2000 bridges and structures through some of the most scenic, but challenging, parts of the country. That means delivering £million investment on road maintenance and improvement every year.

We believe that the people who work with us are our greatest asset and, in order for us to succeed, we make sure we retain and attract a talented, innovative and dedicated team. In return, we offer:

• A tailored, competitive salary.
• Pension and life assurance.
• Up to 34 days annual leave per year.
• Additional annual leave purchase through Salary Sacrifice.
• 2 paid days per year to help to support your charity of your choice.
• BEAR Rewards – shopping discounts and cashback.
• Employee Assistance Programme available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Development and progression plan.

Grow your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, flourish, and succeed.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We wish to ensure equality of opportunity in employment and the fair treatment of all our employees.