Details:
- Salary: £21.11 - Hour
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: OX44 Toot Baldon Oxfordshire
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Join Farrans on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects. We are seeking skilled and motivated operatives to support the delivery of a major battery plant development in Oxford.
We are seeking an experienced and reliable Skilled Operative to join our civil engineering team. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality site works, ensuring safety standards are met, and supporting the smooth delivery of projects across all sections.
If you're looking for the opportunity to work on a high-profile project with a leading construction and engineering contractor, we'd love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
* Carry out a wide range of site tasks including groundworks, concreting, drainage, kerbing, paving, and reinstatement.
* Operate small plant and machinery (e.g., rollers, dumpers, breakers) in line with training and certification.
* Assist with the installation of services and utilities.
* Ensure all works are completed safely, efficiently, and to specification.
* Comply with site safety rules, RAMS, and company procedures.
* Carry out quality checks and maintain high standards of workmanship.
* Support colleagues and supervisors to ensure project deadlines are met.
* Maintain tools, plant, and equipment in good working order.
Qualifications
* Previous experience as a Skilled Operative in civil engineering, construction, or highways.
* CSCS card (essential).
* Competent in a variety of groundworks and reinstatement techniques.
* Ability to read and follow site drawings and instructions.
* Strong awareness of health & safety on site.
* Good teamwork and communication skills.
(Desirable but not always essential)
* CPCS / NPORS plant tickets (e.g., Dumper, Roller, 360 Excavator).
* Street Works (NRSWA) accreditation.
* Full UK driving licence.
Farrans is a leading contractor delivering high‑quality Civils and Infrastructure projects across Scotland, England, Northern Ireland and Ireland.
Farrans are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know.
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Employee mentoring programme
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life insurance
* Referral programme
* Sick pay