General Operative — Forth Rail Bridge Site

Balfour Beatty Plc; South Queensferry; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour Beatty Group is hiring a General Operative to join the Forth Rail Bridge project at South Queensferry. You will support maintenance, refurbishment, civil engineering and railway works as part of a site team, ensuring safety, quality and productivity.

Applicants should have construction or rail experience, a valid UK driving licence, and CSCS card. The role involves physical work, occasional night/weekend shifts, and opportunities for training on major infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, rail, infrastructure, or utilities environment.
• CSCS Card held.
• Strong commitment to health and safety standards.
• Physically capable of demanding on-site work.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general construction, rail and maintenance activities on site.
• Support tradespeople, engineers and supervisors in delivering project works.
• Carry out manual handling duties and material movement as required.
• Prepare work areas and maintain safe access routes.
• Operate basic tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across work locations.
• Follow all site-specific safety procedures, permits and risk assessments.
• Support lifting, loading and unloading activities.
• Assist with inspections, maintenance and repair activities.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with project quality standards.
• Report hazards, close calls and safety concerns promptly.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, subcontractors and project stakeholders.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety briefings and training activities.

Skills

Construction/ rail experience

CSCS Card

Health and safety

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Full UK Driving Licence

Work at height

Job description

Balfour Beatty Group is hiring a General Operative to join the Forth Rail Bridge project at South Queensferry. You will support maintenance, refurbishment, civil engineering and railway works as part of a site team, ensuring safety, quality and productivity.

Applicants should have construction or rail experience, a valid UK driving licence, and CSCS card. The role involves physical work, occasional night/weekend shifts, and opportunities for training on major infrastructure projects.