LOCATION: Bath, Somerset
START DATE: ASAP
DURATION: Approximately 6 weeks
PAY RATE: £18.82 per hour
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced and hardworking Hod Carriers to join a construction project in Bath, Somerset, with an immediate start available. The position is expected to run for approximately six weeks, offering consistent work for suitable candidates.
Duties
- Supporting bricklayers with day-to-day tasks to ensure work is completed efficiently.
- Carrying and distributing bricks, blocks, mortar and other building materials around the site.
- Loading and unloading materials as required.
- Mixing mortar and ensuring materials are prepared and available when needed.
- Keeping bricklayers supplied with the materials required to maintain productivity.
- Clearing away rubble, waste and unused materials from working areas.
- Maintaining good housekeeping standards and keeping the site clean and tidy.
- Assisting with the preparation and organisation of work areas.
- Handling materials safely and following correct manual handling procedures.
- Supporting other tradespeople and site staff when required.
- Following instructions from bricklayers, supervisors and site management.
- Wearing the correct PPE and complying with all site health and safety procedures.
- Reporting hazards, damaged equipment or unsafe working conditions to site management.
- Carrying out any other reasonable hod carrying and general labouring duties required on site.
Requirements
- Must hold a valid CSCS card.
- Previous experience as a Hod Carrier or in a similar construction labouring role is preferred.
- Must have suitable PPE, including safety boots, a hard hat and a high-visibility vest, along with any additional PPE required on site.
- Must be able to provide references.
- Must be physically fit and capable of carrying and moving building materials throughout the working day.
- Must have a good understanding of manual handling and site health and safety procedures.
- Must be reliable, punctual and hardworking.
- Must be able to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
- Must maintain a positive attitude and be willing to support bricklayers and other trades.
- Must be available to start ASAP and commit to the expected six-week duration.