Modular Trade Specialist

Laing O'Rourke; Northwich; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-arranged accommodation when/or

Company-provided transport for site-?

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a motivated Modular Trade Specialist to join our Wincham Depot team, manufacturing modular lift systems and delivering installations across the UK. The role blends factory work with site deployment on major infrastructure projects.

You will manufacture, assemble and install build elements, operate tools, and travel to sites with weekends/Nights as needed. We offer permanent employment, great training, and opportunities to progress within a leading international

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Good practical skills with hand and power tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel UK-wide and stay away from home.
• Commitment to working safely and maintaining high-quality standards.
• Ability to work weekends for installations.

Responsibilities

• Assemble modular lift structures and components within the manufacturing facility.
• Install modular lift structures and external cladding systems on site.
• Assemble and install structural steel frameworks and associated components.
• Install floor systems, walls, doors and windows within modular buildings.
• Carry out painting, finishing and snagging activities to achieve quality standards.
• Perform general assembly and construction activities in line with engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Support installation activities on customer sites throughout the UK.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment.
• Use lifting equipment, access equipment and plant machinery in accordance with training and company procedures.
• Conduct quality checks throughout the manufacturing and installation process.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and workplace organisation.
• Follow all company health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, supervisors and site teams to meet project deadlines.

Skills

Modular construction

Teamwork

Power tools

Hand tools

Safety focus

Willing to travel

UK site work

Job description

Modular Trade Specialist.

Select Plant Hire is seeking a motivated and versatile Modular Trade Specialist to join our growing manufacturing and installation team based at our Wincham Depot.

This is a varied hands‑on role involving the manufacture, assembly and installation of modular lift systems and modular buildings. The successful candidate will work both within our manufacturing facility and on customer sites across the UK, supporting the delivery of high‑quality modular solutions for major infrastructure and construction projects.

We are looking for individuals who take pride in their work, demonstrate a positive attitude and can work effectively as part of a team. Previous experience in modular construction, manufacturing or a construction trade is desirable, but equally important is a willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Salary: Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience)
Overtime: Will be required to support operational demands (Weekends/Nights)
Contract: Full-time, permanent

About the role

Key responsibilities

• Assemble modular lift structures and associated components within the manufacturing facility.
• Install modular lift structures and external cladding systems on site.
• Assemble and install structural steel frameworks and associated components.
• Install floor systems, wall panels, doors and windows within modular buildings.
• Carry out painting, finishing and snagging activities to achieve quality standards.
• Perform general assembly and construction activities in line with engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Support installation activities on customer sites throughout the UK.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment.
• Use lifting equipment, access equipment and plant machinery in accordance with training and company procedures.
• Conduct quality checks throughout the manufacturing and installation process.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and workplace organisation.
• Follow all company health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, supervisors and site teams to meet project deadlines.

What we're looking for

Essential

• Full UK driving licence.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Good practical skills and ability to use hand and power tools.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel and work throughout the UK when required.
• Willingness to stay away from home where project requirements dictate.
• Commitment to working safely and maintaining high-quality standards.
• Ability to work weekends for installations

Desirable

• Experience in modular construction or offsite manufacturing.
• Construction, engineering or manufacturing experience.
• Multi-trade background.
• Joinery, cladding, steelwork or assembly experience.
• Experience installing doors, windows, flooring or wall systems.
• Experience using MEWPs, forklifts, telehandlers or lifting equipment.
• CSCS card.
• IPAF, PASMA, forklift, CPCS or other industry qualifications.
• Experience working in rail, infrastructure or construction environments.

Working hours

• Monday to Thursday: 06:45 - 16:45
• Friday: 06:45 - 15:30

Additional overtime and weekend working opportunities are available and will be required to support project delivery.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Permanent employment within a growing business.
• Company-arranged accommodation when working away.
• Company-provided transport for site-based activities where required.
• PPE and specialist equipment provided.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Support in gaining industry-recognised qualifications.
• Pension scheme.
• Annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure and rail projects throughout the UK.

Career development

We are committed to developing our people and providing clear progression opportunities. Successful candidates may progress into roles including:

• Senior Trade Specialist
• Chargehand
• Supervisor
• Production Supervisor

Additional information

The role involves working both indoors and outdoors in manufacturing and construction environments. Candidates must be comfortable with:

• Working at height.
• Using access and lifting equipment.
• Manual handling activities.
• UK-wide travel.
• Occasional overnight stays.
• Working in varying weather conditions when site-based.

Don't match all the criteria? We are open and always happy to hear from people with transferable skill sets and a commitment to learning.

About us:

We are an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the‑art infrastructure and buildings projects for clients in the UK, Middle East and Australia.

Certainty, reliability, quality – this is what our clients want. And at Laing O'Rourke, we have more than 150 years of experience delivering it. Laing O'Rourke's story is one of energy, passion, ambition, people and teamwork. We harness the power of our experience, stretching back over a century and a half to deliver certainty for our clients.

As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the ‘Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace.

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