General Builder

MEL Environmental Solutions Limited; Antrim; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

MEL Environmental Solutions Ltd in Northern Ireland seeks a General Builder to join our on-site team, delivering high-quality restoration work for insurance and environmental projects.

You will lead on-site teams, perform multi-skilled construction tasks from bricklaying to drainage, operate mini diggers, and travel to project sites with safety as a priority.

Qualifications

• Multi-skilled construction professional capable of taking charge on site.
• Strong organisational and planning skills for daily site activities.
• Clean driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.
• Ability to operate a mini digger/dumper (essential).

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate on-site teams to deliver projects efficiently and to high standards.
• Apply multi-skilled construction expertise from bricklaying to underpinning, drainage and more.
• Operate equipment like mini diggers and dumpers as part of works.
• Mix concrete, demolish, dig, and restore properties to original condition.
• Utilise a range of tools with PPE and HAVS controls for safety.
• Travel to project sites and work closely with Project Managers.

Skills

Multi-skilled construction

Organisational & planning

Willingness to travel

Driving licence

Mini digger/dumper operation

Tools

Mini digger

Dumper

Job description

Job Description

Permanent, full-time
Competitive Salary At MEL Environmental Solutions, we’re specialists in restoring properties after pollution incidents. We're looking for a General Builder to join our dynamic team and make a difference in the insurance and environmental restoration industry.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and coordinate teams on-site to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and to the highest standard.
• Bring your multi-skilled construction expertise to life – from bricklaying to underpinning, concreting, drainage, and more.
• Operate machinery like mini diggers and dumpers
• Mix concrete, demolish, dig, and restore residential properties to their original condition
• Get hands‑on with tools, from demolition hammers to jigsaws (we’ve got the latest gear, and we prioritise your safety with PPE and HAVS controls).
• Travel to project sites
• Work closely with our Project Managers

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• A construction professional with multi-skilled experience, capable of taking charge and inspiring others.
• Strong organisational and planning skills to manage day-to-day site activities effectively.
• A clean driving license and a readiness to hit the road.
• Willingness to travel and work away as required, tackling challenges head-on.
• Ability to drive a mini digger/dumper (essential)
• Must be based within Northern Ireland and available to travel

Additional Information

MEL Environmental Solutions Ltd offers comprehensive pollution response services tailored for the insurance sector. They specialise in managing pollution incidents that pose serious risks to the environment, drinking water supplies, and public health. Their expertise is trusted across various industries, including finance, insurance, petrochemicals, and the Ministry of Defence.

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