Construction Operative
As a Construction Operative at UKTC you will be responsible for the in preparing supporting constructions and installation of client’s specimens, along with the general housekeeping and site maintenance within the laboratory and build areas.
Key Responsibilities
* Building supporting constructions in line with the client’s requirements and/or the relevant testing standards.
* Supporting the conduct of fire resistance testing using a fire resistance testing furnace.
* Dismantling and disposal of test specimen and supporting construction post‑test.
* Maintaining a good housekeeping standard of the laboratory and all equipment.
* Any other duties in line with the role.
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
* Experience within a similar role, ideally in construction or civils.
* Good joinery and partition building skills.
* Practical problem‑solving skills.
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* Understanding of health & safety.
* Highly organized and able to work to tight deadlines.
* Demonstrates a consistent high quality of work.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
* Knowledge of the specific risks involved and the technical aspects of the construction process.
* A forklift licence would be an advantage.
Essential Personal Attributes
* High level of communication skills.
* Detail conscious, high awareness of the importance of getting the facts right.
* Proactive and highly motivated.
* Aligns with company values.
Key Communications
* Internal Customers: Head of Testing, Laboratory Operations Manager, Technical Support Staff, Compliance Officer.
* External: Customers, Sub‑Contractors, Suppliers, Manufacturers.
Reports To
The Laboratory Operations Manager and Laboratory Supervisor.
Financial Management
No.
People Management
No.
Qualifications
* Knowledge of the specific risks involved and the technical aspects of the construction process.
* A forklift licence would be an advantage.
* Written and verbal communication.
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