Overview
Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd is a family run business owned and run by the Smith family since 1982. Smiths has grown from a single owner-operated plant hire company to a multifaceted group with family values still firmly at the heart of each project undertaken. With depots in Avonmouth, Cardiff, Gloucester, Stonehouse and Tewkesbury we operate predominately across the South-West of England. We specialise in Construction, Waste Management, Plant Hire, Demolition and Transport operations.
This is a permanent employed position based within our Construction team out on sites in South Wales and the South-West.
We are looking for a skilled groundworker, successful candidates must have experience in groundwork.
Benefits
* Competitive hourly rate
* Company van
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Corporate gym membership discount
* Be part of a family run business
* Staff discount on skip hire (50% and discounts of further group services)
* Boot allowance
* Progression opportunities
* Unlimited access to mental health support
Responsibilities
* All aspects of Groundworks
* Drainage and ducting
* Digging footings whilst having an understanding pf plans and datum
* Externals and finishing’s (slabbing, kerbing, paving)
* Concreting
* Complying with Health and Safety policy and procedures
* General labouring
* Ensuring company property is looked after
The successful candidate will carry out:
* All aspects of Groundworks
* Drainage and ducting
* Digging footings whilst having an understanding pf plans and datum
* Externals and finishing’s (slabbing, kerbing, paving)
* Concreting
* Complying with Health and Safety policy and procedures
* General labouring
* Ensuring company property is looked after
* Have ability to work as part of a team
* Have ability to think ahead and consider the job in hand
* Ability to use of power tools
* Have an understanding/reading drawing
* Be self-motivated, keen to learn, conscientious and prepared to work in all weather conditions
* Be reliable and punctual
Core values
If these values align with yours you are in the right place!
* Honesty - We believe that honesty in all matters is the best policy.
* Family values - We operate as a family unit with high moral standards, discipline and respect.
* Hardworking - We are certain that nothing is impossible if you work hard enough at it.
* Reliability - We pride ourselves on not letting people down and being true to our word.
* Environmental sustainability - We aim to minimise the impact that our company has on the environment by reducing emissions and waste, and recycling a large proportion of our waste (80% plus). We truly believe in a greener future for generations to come.
How to apply
Please apply if you interested in this role and we will come back to you.
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