Fencing Operative- Lanes

Lanes Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,342 - 29,317; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance scheme

Auto enrolment pension scheme

Weekly pay

Job summary

A leading construction company is looking for experienced Fencing Operatives to install and maintain fencing systems across multiple rail sites in London. The role requires experience in vegetation clearance and chainsaw operation, and candidates must hold relevant safety certifications. A full UK driving licence is mandatory, as travel to various sites will be required. Competitive daily pay and a friendly working environment are offered within this full-time, permanent position.

Qualifications

• Sentinel (valid sponsorship required).
• Basic Track Awareness certification essential.
• Proven experience in fencing installation.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain fencing systems as per specifications.
• Perform vegetation clearance and operate chainsaws safely.
• Collaborate with team members to meet work programmes.

Skills

Fencing installation

Chainsaw operation

Safe use of power tools

Team collaboration

Tools

Chainsaw Pole Pruner

Brushcutter

Hedge Trimmer

Job description

After more than 30 years delivering safe, reliable solutions to the rail sector, we are excited to announce that we have been awarded the Vegetation Maintenance contract for the Transport for London (TfL) network—strengthening our commitment to maintaining a safe and accessible rail environment for millions of passengers.

We are seeking experienced and competent Fencing Operatives to support the delivery of fencing works across multiple rail sites throughout London. This role involves working within live rail environments, installing and maintaining fencing systems in accordance with client specifications and rail standards. The role also requires vegetation clearance and chainsaw capability to facilitate safe and effective fencing installation.

• Location: Hillingdon
• Employment Type: Full time, Permanent

What we offer

• From £140 a day dependent on experience
• Weekly pay
• Life Assurance scheme
• Auto enrolment pension scheme.
• Friendly working environment as part of a growing successful Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and maintain fencing systems in accordance with specifications and rail standards
• Undertake vegetation clearance and chainsaw operations to facilitate fencing works
• Operate power tools and plant safely and competently
• Assist with site set-up, materials handling, and safe working zones
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with risk assessments and method statements
• Maintain tools, plant, and equipment in safe working condition
• Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to deliver work to programme

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Sentinel (valid sponsorship required)
• Basic Track Awareness
• Hedge Trimmer (including long-arm hedge trimmer)
• Brushcutter / Strimmer
• Chainsaw Pole Pruner
• NPTC – Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-Cutting
• NPTC – Felling Small Trees up to 380mm
• Safe Use of Power Tools
• Proven experience in fencing installation
• Strong understanding of safe systems of work
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel to multiple sites across London