Scaffolder

Company Details Confidential; Kinvarra; On-site; EUR 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Steve Moylan Ltd in Kinvara, Co. Galway, Ireland, is seeking a experienced Scaffolder to erect, modify and dismantle scaffolding in line with project plans and health and safety rules. This full-time, permanent role requires reliable, safety-minded individuals to support construction sites across County Galway.

Hours are 39 weekly with a fixed annual salary of €36,605. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, good teamwork, and the ability to follow technical instructions while

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' relevant experience as a Scaffolder.
• Good knowledge of scaffolding erection, modification and dismantling.
• Understanding of scaffold stability and fall prevention.
• Familiarity with PPE and scaffolding equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely in a team.
• Physical fitness to handle materials.

Responsibilities

• Erect, modify and dismantle scaffolding structures in accordance with approved plans, specifications and site requirements.
• Assemble scaffold frames, platforms, guardrails, toe boards, braces and access ladders as required.
• Inspect scaffolding components before use to identify damaged, defective or unsuitable materials.
• Ensure scaffolding structures are stable, properly secured and suitable for their intended use.
• Install working platforms and access arrangements to provide safe access for construction workers.
• Follow instructions from site supervisors and coordinate scaffolding activities with other construction trades.
• Load, unload, transport and organise scaffolding materials and equipment safely.
• Carry out routine visual checks and report defects, damage or unsafe conditions to the appropriate supervisor.
• Comply with Irish health and safety legislation, site-specific safety procedures and working-at-height requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area and use personal protective equipment correctly.

Skills

Scaffolder experience

Safety awareness

Team communication

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Education

Scaffolding training

Safety certifications

Job description

Application Details

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Job Description

Scaffolder

Employer: Steve Moylan Ltd

Location: 03 Crushoa, Kinvara, Co. Galway, H91 Y3VR, Ireland

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 39 hours per week

Salary: €36,605 per annum

Vacancies: 1

About the Employer

Steve Moylan Ltd is a construction company based in Kinvara, County Galway, Ireland, providing construction-related services. The company requires a reliable and experienced Scaffolder to support construction projects by erecting, modifying and dismantling scaffolding structures in accordance with project specifications and health and safety requirements.

We are seeking a suitably experienced Scaffolder to assist with providing safe and stable access for construction and maintenance work. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that scaffolding is erected and dismantled correctly, inspected as required and maintained in a safe condition throughout the project.

Main Responsibilities

• Erect, modify and dismantle scaffolding structures in accordance with approved plans, specifications and site requirements.
• Assemble scaffold frames, platforms, guardrails, toe boards, braces and access ladders as required.
• Inspect scaffolding components before use to identify damaged, defective or unsuitable materials.
• Ensure scaffolding structures are stable, properly secured and suitable for their intended use.
• Install working platforms and access arrangements to provide safe access for construction workers.
• Follow instructions from site supervisors and coordinate scaffolding activities with other construction trades.
• Load, unload, transport and organise scaffolding materials and equipment safely.
• Carry out routine visual checks and report defects, damage or unsafe conditions to the appropriate supervisor.
• Comply with Irish health and safety legislation, site-specific safety procedures and working-at-height requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area and use personal protective equipment correctly.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum of two years' relevant experience working as a Scaffolder in construction or a similar environment.
• Good knowledge of scaffolding erection, modification and dismantling procedures.
• Understanding of scaffold stability, load limits, fall prevention and safe working-at-height practices.
• Ability to identify defective scaffolding components and recognise potential site hazards.
• Familiarity with construction tools, scaffolding equipment and appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Ability to follow technical instructions, work effectively as part of a team and communicate with site supervisors.
• Good attention to detail, reliability and a strong commitment to health and safety.
• Physical fitness to handle scaffolding materials and perform manual tasks safely.
• Relevant scaffolding training and safety certifications appropriate to the duties will be an advantage.

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]