General Operative

Bell Building Projects Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

39-hour standard working week

Enhanced overtime rates

31 days of paid annual leave

Workplace pension scheme

Statutory Sick Pay

Training and development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Bell Building Projects Limited in Glasgow is looking for a dependable General Operative to join our site team on a full-time, permanent basis. You will support day-to-day construction activities, assist tradespeople, and help keep the site clean, safe and efficient.

Ideal candidates have site experience, a valid CSCS card, and a proactive, team-oriented attitude. The role offers a 39-hour week, overtime opportunities, and benefits as part of a growing construction company in the UK.

Qualifications

• Previous experience on a construction site, ideally with a main contractor.
• Valid CSCS Card.
• Good understanding of site health and safety requirements.
• Ability to carry out physically demanding tasks safely.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Willingness to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently when required.
• Flexibility to assist with a range of site activities.
• Experience in refurbishment, cladding or facade remediation would be advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence would be beneficial but is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assisting Site Managers, Supervisors and tradespeople with general construction activities.
• Carrying out general labouring duties, including moving, loading and unloading materials, tools and equipment.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment across the site.
• Assisting with site setup, maintenance and clearance activities.
• Supporting the safe movement, storage and distribution of materials and equipment.
• Ensuring walkways, access routes and working areas are kept clear and free from hazards.
• Assisting with waste management, segregation and disposal in accordance with site procedures.
• Following instructions from Site Managers and Supervisors to ensure works are completed safely and efficiently.
• Complying with all site health and safety procedures, including the correct use of PPE.
• Attending site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Reporting hazards, defects, incidents and unsafe working practices to site management.
• Supporting other members of the site team as required to maintain project progress.

Skills

CSCS Card

Health & Safety awareness

Teamwork

Punctuality

Physical fitness

Job description

Location: Glasgow
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Hourly rate, paid weekly

About Us

Bell Building Projects (BBP) is a growing construction company delivering refurbishment, facade replacement, fire remediation and new-build projects across the UK.

We’re proud of the reputation we’ve built, but even more proud of the people behind it. Our continued growth has created a strong pipeline of work, giving our teams long-term job security, opportunities to develop their careers and the chance to work on a wide variety of projects.

We believe in investing in our people, recognising good performance and creating an environment where everyone is trusted, supported and encouraged to progress. Whether you’re joining us on site or in one of our offices, you’ll be part of a team that values quality, collaboration and doing things the right way.

The Role

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking General Operative to join our team in Glasgow on a full-time, permanent basis.

Working as part of our site team, you will support the day-to-day delivery of construction works, assisting tradespeople, maintaining a safe and tidy working environment and ensuring site activities run efficiently.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and a willingness to get involved in a variety of tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting Site Managers, Supervisors and tradespeople with general construction activities.
• Carrying out general labouring duties, including moving, loading and unloading materials, tools and equipment.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment across the site.
• Assisting with site setup, maintenance and clearance activities.
• Supporting the safe movement, storage and distribution of materials and equipment.
• Ensuring walkways, access routes and working areas are kept clear and free from hazards.
• Assisting with waste management, segregation and disposal in accordance with site procedures.
• Following instructions from Site Managers and Supervisors to ensure works are completed safely and efficiently.
• Complying with all site health and safety procedures, including the correct use of PPE.
• Attending site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Reporting hazards, defects, incidents and unsafe working practices to site management.
• Supporting other members of the site team as required to maintain project progress.

Who We’re Looking For

• Previous experience working on a construction site, ideally with a main contractor.
• Valid CSCS Card.
• Good understanding of construction site health and safety requirements.
• Ability to carry out physically demanding tasks safely.
• A reliable, punctual and hardworking approach.
• Willingness to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently when required.
• Flexibility to assist with a range of site activities.
• Previous experience on refurbishment, cladding or facade remediation projects would be advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence would be beneficial but is not essential.

Why Join BBP?

Join a company with 40 years of industry excellence and a strong future pipeline of work. We offer:

• Competitive hourly pay, paid weekly.
• 39-hour standard working week, with opportunities for authorised overtime.
• Enhanced overtime rates, including time-and-a-half and double-time where applicable.
• 31 days of paid annual leave, inclusive of public holidays and the Christmas shutdown.
• Workplace pension scheme, with a 3% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution.
• Statutory Sick Pay, subject to eligibility.
• Training and development opportunities to support your skills and career progression.
• A supportive working environment, with opportunities to develop within a growing construction company.

Diversity & Inclusion

Bell Building Projects is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are dedicated to ensuring that our recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion practices are free from bias, offering fair access to all qualified candidates. Selection decisions are made based on skills, qualifications, and experience, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Bell Building Projects values diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.