Site Operative - Environmental

South West Recruitment; Romsey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An Environmental Contracting Firm is seeking a dedicated site operative in Romsey, England. The role involves working in areas like river restoration and pond management. Ideal candidates will possess a full driving license and be reliable, practical, and team-oriented. The position offers a salary of £25k per annum, with potential for negotiation based on experience.

Qualifications

• Looking for a hard-working and reliable individual.
• Practical aptitude is essential.
• Ability to work well in a small team.
• Needs to be motivated and independent.
• Attention to detail is crucial.
• A full driving license is required.

Responsibilities

• Join an experienced team in Environmental Contracting.
• Engage in river restoration and weed cutting.
• Participate in pond and wetland creation.
• Assist with the construction of bridges and platforms.
• Support countryside access works.

Skills

Hard-working and reliable

Practical aptitude

Personable and team-oriented

Motivated and independent

Attention to detail

Full driving license

Job description

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a site operative for an Environmental Contracting firm.

Hours of work

Monday to Friday 08:00 – 16:30

Salary

£25k per annum. We would consider paying more to a successful candidate dependent on experience/qualification.

Job Description

The successful applicant will be joining an experienced team of staff whose main area of work is in Environmental Contracting.

We undertake a wide variety of work in the following areas:

River restoration

River weed cutting

Arboricultural work

Pond/lake/wetland creation and management

Construction of bridges

Construction of fishing platforms

Construction of boardwalks

Countryside access works

Environmental Consultancy

We are looking for a person who is:

• hard-working, reliable
• has a practical aptitude
• is personable and able to work well in a small team
• is motivated and independent
• has an eye for detail
• a full driving licence is required
• is looking to improve their skills and develop them through ongoing training

Desirable (not essential)

• plant operator certificates
• chainsaw certificates
• brushcutterexperience
• ecological and conservation interest
• understanding of construction
• first aid training