General Assistant

Wood; Norwich; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood is seeking a safety‑conscious helper to join a small, supportive team on a 8‑week site assignment in the UK. Mobilisation is planned for 23 November.

You will assist construction teams with daily site activities, support logistics, operate forklift/telehandler equipment, and help with activities around storage tanks while ensuring permit-to-work and confined space compliance. The role emphasizes strong teamwork, safety, and a proactive approach; further project work may follow for the right

Qualifications

• Valid CCNSG Safety Passport.
• Experience with forklift and telehandler operations.
• Experience in heavy industrial environments (oil & gas, petrochemical, power, or process industries).
• Experience supporting trades on-site and working under confined space procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist construction personnel with daily site activities.
• Support material handling, logistics and housekeeping.
• Operate forklift or telehandler as required.
• Assist with activities around storage tanks with permit-to-work and confined space rules.
• Promote a positive safety culture and help deliver the project.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety minded

Adaptable

Tools

Forklift certification

Telehandler certification

Job description

Job Description

We're looking for someone who enjoys being part of a small, supportive team where everyone pulls together to get the job done safely and efficiently. The successful candidate will be adaptable, safety-conscious, and willing to assist across a range of site activities to support project success.

Mobilisation is planned for 23rd November for an initial 8-week assignment, with the potential for further work on subsequent projects for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Assist construction personnel with daily site activities.
• Support material handling, logistics, and housekeeping duties.
• Operate forklift or telehandler equipment as required.
• Assist with activities in and around storage tanks, ensuring full compliance with permit-to-work and confined space procedures.
• Promote a positive safety culture and contribute to the successful delivery of the project.

Qualifications

• Valid CCNSG Safety Passport.
• Forklift Truck and/or Telehandler certification.
• Previous experience working on storage tank projects or within heavy industrial environments such as oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation, or process industries.
• Experience supporting trades including welders, erectors, riggers, and mechanical construction teams.
• Experience of working under Confined Space Entry procedures and a strong understanding of confined space safety requirements.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Positive attitude, proactive approach, and willingness to support the wider team where required.
• Strong team player with a reliable work ethic.

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies.

www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.