Operative / Groundworker - Highlands

Thetrupgrade; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel arrangements provided

Career progression

Training provided

Health and safety focus

Team culture

Job summary

Murphy is a leading international engineering and construction company recruiting for a groundwork-focused role in the energy sector. Based in Barking, you will carry out groundwork activities on schedule and with safety at the forefront.

You will collaborate with project managers and engineers, operate heavy machinery, and apply a strong safety mindset. Travel and overnight stays are required, and a UK driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Relevant tickets to carry out the role.
• Proven experience in groundwork with a focus on power / energy projects.
• Proficient operation of heavy machinery and equipment.
• In-depth knowledge of safety protocols and regulations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

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

Power/energy projects

Heavy machinery operation

Safety protocols knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

UK driving licence

Job description

Job Location: Barking (IG11 0DS)

Country/Region: United Kingdom

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:

• Time and a half after 39hours
• 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 #MoretoMurphy

Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK

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