Installation Operative

Simply Recruitment is working with a market-leading specialist supplier of non-mechanical plant and equipment for the construction, civil engineering and utility sectors, based in Bedfordshire with nationwide service capabilities.

Reference number: SRG 269

Job title: Installation Operative

Salary: 26,000 - 28,000 per annum (DOE) + potential bonus on installations, higher salary for forklift/plant qualifications.

Location: Wyboston, Bedfordshire (near Bedford and St Neots)

Duration: Permanent - Full Time

Working hours: 07:30-16:00 or 08:30-17:00, regular overtime available

Holidays: 31-day holiday with shutdown for Christmas ( including bank holidays)

Start date: ASAP

On offer for the role:

• Competitive salary 26k- 28k dependent on qualifications
• Full training provided in fencing and track matting installation
• All PPE supplied
• Nationwide travel opportunities
• Varied role combining yard work and site installations
• Join the growing installation division of a market-leading supplier
• Career development within an expanding company
• Work with prestigious construction and utility sector clients

Reporting to: Installation Manager / Operations Manager

The ideal candidate will have:

• Physically fit with a strong work ethic and a can-do attitude
• Willingness to learn and develop construction-based skills
• Comfortable with varying hours and overnight stays away from home- fully expensed.
• Based near Bedford or St Neots preferred
• Clean driving licence
• Experience in construction, groundworks or similar industries is advantageous

You will need the ability to:

• Install fencing, barriers and track matting products on sites across the UK
• Liaise professionally with internal teams and clients during installations
• Work flexible hours, including early starts and occasional weekend work
• Stay away from home when required for nationwide installations
• Perform manual handling of equipment safely
• Pick, pack and quality check products in the yard
• Clean and maintain products in the external yard (wet work)
• Maintain general yard upkeep and health & safety compliance

Skills and experience:

-CSCS Card is highly desirable

-Trailer Licence advantageous

-Forklift or Compact Loader Certification is beneficial

-Telehandler Licence beneficial

-Counterbalance FLT experience will be reflected in salary

-Understanding of construction site safety requirements

-Good communication skills for client liaison

-Practical, hands-on approach to problem solving-Reliable and punctual with a professional attitude

-Team player willing to support colleagues

-Physical stamina for manual handling duties

To apply, please click Apply Now or call Eddie Davies on (phone number removed)