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NRL Ltd

Scunthorpe

On-site

GBP 22,000 - 30,000

Part time

33 hours ago
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Job summary

NRL Ltd seeks experienced Civil General Operatives to support a major project at Steel. The temporary role suits those with civil engineering, groundworks or utilities backgrounds who will help deliver safe, efficient operations on site.

The position runs for 3–4 months with ASAP start. Responsibilities include preparing areas, assisting trades, manual handling, and maintaining safety and PPE on site. Driving licence is preferred.

Qualifications

  • CSCS or CCNSG card is required or essential for site access.
  • Experience in civil engineering, groundworks, utilities or general construction.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and follow site instructions.
  • Good physical fitness and strong awareness of site safety.
  • Basic knowledge of construction tools, materials and processes.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare work areas, clear debris, and assist with temporary works.
  • Safely handle and store materials through manual handling or basic plant.
  • Assist civil trades such as groundworkers, steel fixers and machine operators.
  • Perform labouring tasks including digging, backfilling, and compacting.
  • Follow HSE regulations, maintain PPE use, report hazards and uphold site safety.
  • Operate small tools if trained, ensuring tools remain in good condition.
  • Maintain tidy working areas and clear access routes.
  • Carry out instructions from supervisors to ensure efficient workflow.

Skills

CSCS/CCNSG card
Civil engineering experience
Team player and follow-site directions
Good physical fitness
Construction tools knowledge

Education

Experience in civil engineering or groundworks

Tools

Plant machinery experience

Job description

We are seeking experienced Civil General Operatives to support a major project at Steel. This temporary role is ideal for those with a strong background in civil engineering, groundworks or utilities who want to play a key part in delivering safe and efficient operations.

Location and Working Pattern
  • - Duration: 3–4 months
  • - Start Date: ASAP
Client Overview

Our client is a renowned operator in the steel manufacturing sector, recognised for maintaining high safety and operational standards across its sites.

Responsibilities
  • - Prepare work areas, clear debris, and assist with temporary works.
  • - Safely handle and store materials through manual handling or basic plant.
  • - Assist civil trades such as groundworkers, steel fixers and machine operators.
  • - Perform labouring tasks including digging, backfilling, and compacting.
  • - Follow HSE regulations, maintain PPE use, report hazards and uphold site safety.
  • - Operate small tools (such as wackers, saws, breakers) if trained, ensuring tools remain in good condition.
  • - Maintain tidy working areas and clear access routes.
  • - Carry out instructions from supervisors to ensure efficient workflow.
Must-have Requirements
  • - CSCS or CCNSG card.
  • - Experience in civil engineering, groundworks, utilities, or general construction.
  • - Ability to work as part of a team and follow site instructions.
  • - Good physical fitness and strong awareness of site safety.
  • - Basic knowledge of construction tools, materials and processes.
  • - Driving licence preferred.
Nice-to-have Skills
  • - CPCS cards or plant machinery experience.
  • - Previous experience on heavy industrial sites.

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