Site Operative

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Permanent contract

Travel across the UK (expenses covered

Job summary

Reed Specialist Recruitment in Thatcham is seeking a practical Site Operative to support the Site Manager with structural and masonry repairs across the UK. The role suits someone with a hands-on construction background, comfortable with power tools, and eager to learn specialist repair techniques.

Daily tasks include assisting with project delivery, maintaining safety standards, and operating drills and grinders on various sites. Travel across the UK is required, with expenses covered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a construction site or practical construction environment.
• Confident in using hand and power tools.
• Strong understanding of construction site safety.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
• Willingness to undertake training in specialist structural repair systems.
• UK Driving licence
• Desirable: CSCS Card, experience in masonry or structural repair, and familiarity with construction machinery.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Site Manager in the safe and efficient completion of structural and masonry repair projects.
• Perform specialist repair and maintenance work on various properties and structures, adhering to company procedures and safety standards.
• Operate power tools and other equipment competently, including drills and grinders.
• Install specialist structural repair systems
• Comply with all health and safety procedures, including risk assessments and method statements.

Skills

Construction site experience

Hand & power tools

Site safety

Problem solving

Communication

Willingness to train

UK Driving licence

Teamwork

Tools

Power tools

Drills

Grinders

Construction machinery

Job description

Site Operative

Location: Thatcham - with travel to sites

Job Type: Full-time, 37 hours per week

Salary: CompetitiveWe are seeking a dedicated Site Operative to join our Clients team, supporting the Site Manager in carrying out specialist structural and masonry repairs across a variety of properties and structures throughout the UK. This role is ideal for someone with a practical background in construction, who is comfortable using power tools and eager to learn specialist repair techniques.

Day-to-Day of the Role:

• Assist the Site Manager in the safe and efficient completion of structural and masonry repair projects.
• Perform specialist repair and maintenance work on various properties and structures, adhering to company procedures and safety standards.
• Operate power tools and other equipment competently, including drills and grinders.
• Install specialist structural repair systems
• Comply with all health and safety procedures, including risk assessments and method statements.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a construction site or practical construction environment.
• Confident in using hand and power tools.
• Strong understanding of construction site safety.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
• Willingness to undertake training in specialist structural repair systems.
• UK Driving licence
• Desirable: CSCS Card, experience in masonry or structural repair, and familiarity with construction machinery.

Benefits:

• Opportunities for professional development and training in specialist areas.
• Competitive salary and job security with a permanent contract.
• Supportive team environment with regular feedback and guidance.
• Travel opportunities across the UK, with expenses covered.

This role requires a full UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK. Candidates must be willing and able to travel to sites, including occasional overnight stays as required by project demands