Skilled Operative

Murphy; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Cash Plan

30 days holiday

Career growth

Further training

Safety focused work environment

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Murphy is seeking a skilled groundworker to join our Peterborough projects. You will perform groundwork activities in line with project specifications and deadlines, contributing to safe, efficient site operations and timely milestones.

Collaborating with project managers, engineers and teammates, you will operate relevant heavy machinery, apply safety protocols, and travel as required. A UK driving licence and proven experience on power/energy projects are essential to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• Groundwork experience in power/energy projects.
• Proficient operation of 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.

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

Heavy machinery operation

Safety protocols

Communication

Travel flexibility

UK driving licence

Job description

Location: Peterborough

Murphy is a leading international engineering and construction company. We specialise in a variety of sectors including infrastructure, transportation, and energy.

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

• Competitive salary
• 39-hour Standard working week
• Time and a half after 39hours
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• 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