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Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd is a family-run business owned and operated by the Smith family since 1982. Starting as a single owner-operated plant hire company, it has grown into a multifaceted group with family values at its core. With depots in Avonmouth, Cardiff, Gloucester, Stonehouse, and Tewkesbury, we primarily operate across South-West England. Our specialties include Construction, Waste Management, Plant Hire, Demolition, and Transport.
This is a permanent role within our Construction team, based on-site in South Wales and the South-West.
What can we offer you?
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Staff discount on skip hire
* Progression opportunities
* Unlimited access to mental health support
* Competitive hourly rate
* Company van
Responsibilities for the job role:
* All aspects of Groundworks
* Drainage and ducting
* Digging footings with an understanding of plans and datum
* External works and finishes (slabbing, kerbing, paving)
* Concreting
* Complying with Health and Safety policies and procedures
* General labouring
* Ensuring company property is well-maintained
The successful candidate will:
* Perform all aspects of Groundworks
* Handle drainage and ducting tasks
* Excavate footings with plan and datum understanding
* Complete external finishes (slabbing, kerbing, paving)
* Concreting
* Follow Health and Safety policies
* Assist in general labouring tasks
* Maintain company property
* Work effectively as part of a team
* Plan ahead and consider job requirements
* Use power tools proficiently
* Read and interpret drawings
* Be self-motivated, eager to learn, conscientious, and adaptable to all weather conditions
* Be reliable and punctual
What are our core values?
If these values resonate with you, you are in the right place!
* Honesty: We believe honesty is the best policy in all matters.
* Family values: We operate as a family unit with high moral standards, discipline, and respect.
* Hardworking: We believe that nothing is impossible with enough effort.
* Reliability: We pride ourselves on dependability and keeping our promises.
* Environmental sustainability: We aim to minimize our environmental impact by reducing emissions and waste, recycling over 80% of our waste, and promoting a greener future for generations to come.
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