Trainee Concrete Operatives

ACREO

Oldmeldrum, Aberdeen City

On-site

GBP 18,000 - 28,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Full training and development
Long-term career prospects
Overnight travel coverage

Job summary

ACREO is a well-established construction company offering a permanent, full-time opportunity with full training in concrete works and civil engineering across Scotland.

This entry-level role requires willingness to travel Monday to Friday with occasional overnight stays; you will assist with concrete works, formwork, and site duties while learning on the job.

Join a growing team with long-term career prospects and ongoing development opportunities.

Qualifications

  • Willingness to learn new skills on construction sites.
  • Reliable and hardworking with a positive attitude.
  • Willing to travel to sites across Scotland, including overnight stays.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with concrete works, formwork, and general site duties.
  • Support experienced operatives on a variety of construction projects.
  • Follow site health and safety procedures.
  • Learn new skills through on-the-job training.

Skills

Willingness to learn
Reliable
Travel readiness

Job description

Location: Oldmeldrum, or Aberdeen
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

ACREO is a well-established, multi-disciplinary construction company with over 30 years of experience delivering projects across the UK. Specialising in concrete works, civil engineering, main contracting, and design & build, our client works across sectors including agricultural developments, whisky distilleries, schools, commercial buildings, and energy infrastructure.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in construction. Full training will be provided, with the chance to gain hands‑on experience in concrete works and civil engineering projects across Scotland.
Note: this job requires travel to sites around Scotland with overnight stays. Candidates must be ok with occasional travel Monday - Friday.

Responsibilities
  • Assist with concrete works, formwork, and general site duties.
  • Support experienced operatives on a variety of construction projects.
  • Follow site health and safety procedures.
  • Learn new skills through on-the-job training.
Requirements
  • Full UK Driving Licence.
  • Willingness to travel to sites across Scotland.
  • Reliable, hardworking, and eager to learn.
  • CSCS Card desirable but not essential – support can be provided to obtain one.
What's on Offer?
  • Permanent, full-time role.
  • Full training and ongoing development.
  • Opportunity to gain valuable construction experience.
  • Long-term career prospects within an established and growing company.

If you're looking to build a career in construction and develop practical skills with a respected employer, we'd love to hear from you.
Contact - Judy - J.Murdoch@acreo.uk

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