Operative / Groundworker - Highlands

Murphy; Barking; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plan

39-hour week

Overtime pay

30 days holiday

Career growth

Training opportunities

Safety-focused environment

Team culture

Job summary

Murphy is seeking an experienced groundwork operative to support major power and energy projects across the Highlands region. You will carry out site groundwork to exact specifications and collaborate with project managers, engineers, and team members to meet project deadlines.

Valid UK driving licence and a safety-first approach are essential. The role offers a 39-hour standard week with overtime after 39 hours, a healthcare cash plan, and opportunities for advancement within a supportive,

Qualifications

• Relevant tickets to carry out the role.
• Proven experience in groundwork with a focus on power / energy projects.
• Proficient operation of relevant heavy machinery and equipment.
• In-depth knowledge of safety protocols and regulations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to travel and stay away from home.
• UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out groundwork activities in alignment with project specifications and deadlines.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other team members to achieve project objectives.

Skills

Groundwork experience

Heavy machinery

Teamwork

Safety protocols

UK driving licence

Tools

Heavy machinery operation

Job description

Location: Highlands - Banniskirk - Carnaig

Travel arrangements will be provided.

Who Is Murphy

Murphy is a leading international engineering and construction company. We specialise in a variety of sectors including infrastructure, transportation, and energy.

Location: Highlands - Banniskirk - Carnaig

Travel arrangements will be provided.

Who Is Murphy

Murphy is a leading international engineering and construction company. We specialise in a variety of sectors including infrastructure, transportation, and energy.

Murphy is delivering major electricity network upgrades across the north of Scotland. As part of Ofgem's £29+ billion "Pathway to 2030" program, their work includes constructing new substations and hundreds of kilometers of high-voltage overhead lines and underground cables to connect renewable energy to the national grid.

What Your Day Will Include

• Carry out groundwork activities in alignment with project specifications and deadlines.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other team members to achieve project objectives.

What We Need From You

• Relevant tickets to carry out the role.
• Proven experience in groundwork with a focus on power / energy projects
• Proficient operation of relevant heavy machinery and equipment.
• In-depth knowledge of safety protocols and regulations
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to travel and stay away from home.
• UK driving licence.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 39-hour Standard working week
• Time and a half after 39hours
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• 30 days holiday
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth
• Further training given
• Health and safety-focused work environment
• Supportive team culture

About Murphy

Murphy is formally recognised as a sector leading employer, Platinum Investors In People accredited along with reported operating profit up 57% on prior year. At Murphy, we are incredibly proud of our diverse workforce. Not only do our people represent over 60 different nationalities, but they also represent a wide range of backgrounds, ethnicities and ages. With a forward order book of £5.8bn and £23m Invested in environmentally friendly plant in 2024 there really is

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