Required: Bricklayer and Slab Layer

Foundations Up Construction Ltd need a Bricklayer/slablayer to work on extensions, alterations, refurbishment and new-builds.

The right tradesperson will enjoy a salaried position with paid holidays and a company van. Bricklaying should be your core trade.

Coleford, Somerset - within 20 miles of BA3

We are looking for a bricklayer who can also lay slabs and ideally plaster & render to join their fast growing company. You will need to be friendly, articulate, with excellent communications skills to deal with both customers and with colleagues on site when you are leading small teams. A sound understanding in all aspects of domestic construction would be an advantage. The company would expect the successful applicant to have a minimum of 3 years’ experience.

You will be required to work on larger domestic construction projects with other trades from the company and sometimes subcontractors. You might also be required to work independently on smaller projects, taking responsibility for the whole job and any staff supporting you. For the right candidate, this role will progress to the role of Wet Trades Foreman.

The types of work that you will be required to perform include renovations, new builds, plastering and patio work and assisting on extensions. On occasion you might be required to assist with various repair and maintenance tasks. Supervision and training will be provided until you are confident about the high standards we strive to maintain.

This is a hugely exciting opportunity for an ambitious and driven candidate with a passion for construction.

Key Responsibilities:

Initially

Assist on large domestic and commercial construction projects, working as part of a team to deliver the overall project on time and on budget.
Discuss and inform customers about progress so that they understand the work you are completing and so they are receiving the levels of service the customer expects.
Manage and maintain the tools and vehicle provided to you so that you have the right and serviceable equipment for the jobs that you are asked to perform.
Lead a small team operating independently completing small projects, such as laying patios and plastering. The size and complexity will depend on ability and experience.

As progression

Manage and account for materials and consumables that will be required on jobs, including ordering, collecting and checking required stock before arriving on a job. You will also be required to manage and arrange returns of excess, unused stock and materials.
Manage your own timesheet and take responsibility for the timesheets of any staff working with you on any job where you are leading the team.
Complete any job related ‘paperwork’ such as job sheets as required so that all details of the work have been recorded accurately.



Essential Skills & Experience:

Keen interest in construction
Fluent and excellent communicator
Drive and determination, keen to learn and ability to work in a dynamic and exciting business
3 years construction experience, particularly brickwork and plastering
Full drivers’ licence

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Company Van
Holiday entitlement 20 days plus Public and Bank Holidays
Working as part of a multi skilled team and learning new skills.
Eligibility to join a company pension scheme
Usual hours worked Monday to Friday with opportunity to volunteer for weekends



If you feel you are a suitable candidate for this role and would like to work with a very reputable company then please do not hesitate in applying.

To arrange an interview please apply to Mike Edwards, Project Manager by phone or email.

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