Skilled Piling Operative
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Occupation Type
Mobile machine drivers and operatives not elsewhere classified.
Occupation Code Skill LevelIneligible
Sponsorship EligibilityIneligible for Sponsorship
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Description
About The Role
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Rig Attendant to join our Ground Engineering team.
What you'll be doing
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Rig Attendant to join our Ground Engineering team.
What you'll be doing
- Set up barriers for rig exclusion zone (double lock), making sure free of other plant equipment and ensuring access/egress gate is in the optimum location and including relevant signage;
- Use and maintain adequate radio contact with Rig Operator;
- Ensure Supervisors details are in view on barriers/access gate and updated at all times (weekly);
- Set up pig pen and ensure locked together around pile position within exclusion zone prior to starting pre bore/anchor/mini pile. Test safety gates to ensure safe mode is working if required;
- Ensure correct equipment/tools are selected for job e.g. use cleaning bucket to complete an LDP pile;
- Ensure spoil is taken away in a timely manner and be fully aware of the muck away operation and alert to the movements of the machines, liaising with 360 operator and managing 360 exclusion zone;
- Notify the Site Supervisor of any matters that affect the progress of works (including breakdowns & damages, etc.);
The Following Qualities/experience Are Essential
- Knowledge of site method statements, procedures, risk assessments and site specific rules;
- Knowledge of piling techniques in rotary discipline;
- Site experience in appropriate discipline;
- Good communication skills (to all levels including Supervisors);
- Working towards NVQ level 2;
- Experience in other piling techniques.
Our people are our biggest asset and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level.
Some Of Our Key Benefits Are
- An attractive/negotiated salary;
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays;
- Pension savings schemes;
- Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies;
- Access to our Refer and Earn scheme;
Balfour Beatty Ground Engineering is one of the UK’s leading specialist geo-technical contractors, providing innovative piling and ground improvement solutions across all sectors.
Our comprehensive ground engineering capabilities, equipment and experience provide the solid foundations for infrastructure and buildings of any height, ranging from city skyscrapers to cross-country rail and road projects.
Our reputation as one of the UK’s leading specialist geo-technical contractors is earned through the delivery of ground engineering solutions on some of the UK’s largest and most prestigious projects including HS2, The Shard, Wembley Stadium, Reading Station Viaduct, Marble Arch Place, Battersea Power Station redevelopment and the A14 Cambridge to Huntingdon improvement project.
Diversity and inclusion
At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone D&I Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion
We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' a
nd actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/