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Recruitment Helpline Ltd; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site training

Career progression

Qualifications during role

Job summary

Recruitment Helpline Ltd is seeking a motivated Assistant Steel Erector to join an on-site team across various project locations. The role suits individuals with construction or steelwork experience or those eager to develop a trade.

A strong work ethic and a positive attitude are essential, with a focus on safety and professional conduct. You will work alongside experienced erectors, assisting with installation activities on residential and commercial projects, while gaining practical knowledge

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and develop trade skills on site.
• Able to work as part of a team and take direction.
• Commitment to health and safety procedures on site.
• Physical ability to work outdoors, at height and in all weather conditions.
• Full UK driving licence is essential; on-site qualifications can be obtained during the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with erecting structural steel frames, beams, and columns on site.
• Support senior erectors with bolting, bracing, and secondary steel installation.
• Help organise tools, equipment and materials on site.
• Learn to read fabrication drawings and site plans.
• Follow health and safety procedures and maintain a tidy working environment.
• Take instruction well and gradually build confidence to handle tasks independently.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Team player

Safety minded

Physically fit

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Job Advert: Trainee or Assistant Steel Erector

Position: Assistant Steel Erector

Location: On site, various project locations

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: Competitive, negotiable depending on experience and age

Overview The company is seeking a motivated and reliable Assistant Steel Erector to join their on site team. This role would be ideal for someone with construction or steelwork experience, but we welcome applicants who may have limited experience but are keen to develop a trade. A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to working safely and professionally are essential. You will work alongside experienced steel erectors, supporting day to day installation activities and gaining practical knowledge across a range of residential and commercial projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with erecting structural steel frames, beams, columns, and associated components
• Support senior erectors with bolting, bracing, and secondary steel installation
• Help organise tools, equipment, and materials on site
• Learn to read and understand fabrication drawings and site plans
• Follow all health and safety procedures and maintain a tidy working environment
• Take instruction well and gradually build confidence in managing tasks independently

Requirements

• Some construction or steelwork experience beneficial, but not essential
• A strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and a proactive “can do” attitude are key requirements
• Comfortable working at height and outdoors in all weathers
• Able to work well within a team and follow direction
• Full UK driving licence essential
• CSCS and other site qualifications can be obtained while in the role

What We Offer

• On site training and support from experienced steel erectors
• Opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting projects
• Opportunity to gain industry recognised qualifications
• Competitive pay based on experience and progression
• A supportive team environment with development pathways