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Skilled operative (trade background)

Henley-on-Thames
Permanent
£35,000 - £40,000 a year
Posted: 10h ago
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Are you a skilled tradesperson looking to step into a specialist role that offers training, progression and the opportunity to work on and lead a wide range of exciting building projects? Would you like to receive training and mentorship from the some of the best in the industry? Our client is a leading building contractor based in Henley, delivering a wide range of projects including large commercial and high-end domestic new-builds, through to landmark & listed properties. They are looking for a Skilled Trade Operative to join their growing team, having recently secured a number of new projects. This role is a permanent, full time position. In this varied role you will be trained to oversee your own projects and daily tasks, travelling to different sites around the Thames Valley, London and the surrounding area, liaising with clients, managing and pricing jobs upon order, coordinating resources and communicating with internal teams and external partners to ensure timely project delivery, as well as overseeing labour and estimating costs for each job. This is a unique opportunity to receive first-class training and gain new skills in a specialist field. You'll also have the opportunity to develop a future career pathway to become a Contracts Manager, Project Manager, Surveyor or Lead Operative in the future. The company will support you in studying towards attaining relevant industry qualifications. What You’ll Be Doing You’ll work alongside a tight-knit team of highly-skilled professionals installing specialist structural waterproofing systems across a wide variety of sites, with high-profile projects across the Thames Valley, including London and the surrounding counties. Every site brings something new, so you’ll need to be adaptable, proactive, and ready to roll up your sleeves. What We’re Looking For: * Previous experience on construction sites * Basic skills in one of the following: Carpentry, Plumbing, Plastering, Labouring, Electrical, Roofing, General Building or similar Trade * A keen eye for quality and attention to detail * Reliable, hard-working, and enthusiastic about learning * Strong communication skills and good spoken English * A full UK driving licence (essential) * CSCS card and H&S awareness (strongly preferred) * Must be willing to travel and undergo a DBS check In Return You’ll Get: * Ongoing in-house training and development opportunities * Competitive basic salary and opportunities to earn bonuses * Full support with attaining Industry-recognised qualifications * Clear career progression * Competitive salary package * Company pension & profit share scheme * Fully equipped company vehicle & uniform * Expenses including Fuel * 25 days holiday Bank Holidays * Overtime opportunities * A supportive team that values your growth and contributions If you're a skilled tradesperson (all trades considered, including Carpenter, Painter & Decorator, Plumber, HVAC or Mechanical Engineer, Bricklayer, Roofer, Electrician or any other trade) - with a background in working on construction sites and would like to build a career with a sector-leading company and play a key role in a broad range of challenging projects - we'd love to hear from you! Key Requirements: - Background / experience as a Carpenter, Painter & Decorator, Plumber, HVAC, Mechanical Engineer, Bricklayer, Roofer, Electrician or any other trade and seeking to become a Project Manager - Must be based in or local to Henley and willing to travel to London and other project sites across the Southeast. Ready to make your mark on projects that matter? Apply today and enjoy a career with a company that builds with passion and purpose. Location: Henley-on-Thames Project Sites Across the South East including London

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