LOCATION: Essex
WORKING HOURS: 7:00 am – 17:00 Monday to Friday but flexibility needed
REPORTING TO: Reinstatement Manager
RESPONSIBLE FOR: None
MAIN PURPOSE/OBJECTIVES OF ROLE:
To carry out high-quality reinstatement works following excavation activities, restoring concrete surfaces to the required specification, industry standards, and health and safety regulations.
KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities of the Gang:
- Lead Operative: Responsible for setting out work, quality control, liaising with supervisors, and ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements.
- Second Operative: Assists with excavation preparation, material handling, concrete placement, finishing, site safety, and equipment operation.
Duties
- Prepare excavation areas for reinstatement.
- Reinstate concrete footways, carriageways, and other paved areas in accordance with the relevant specification (e.g. NRSWA requirements where applicable).
- Mix, place, compact, level, and finish concrete to the required standard.
- Ensure correct curing and protection of newly laid concrete.
- Operate and maintain small plant and equipment safely, including disc cutters, breakers, compactors, mixers, and hand tools.
- Maintain a safe working environment, including traffic management and pedestrian safety where required.
- Carry out daily checks on tools, plant, and equipment.
- Keep accurate records of completed works and report any defects or issues to the supervisor.
- Maintain good housekeeping and ensure work sites are left clean and safe.
- Deliver reinstatement works to the required specification and within agreed timescales.
- Minimise defects and ensure a right-first-time approach.
- Promote excellent customer service and maintain a professional attitude on site.
- Undertake any other reasonable tasks as directed by management
- Comply with all company Health & Safety policies and procedures.
- Wear and maintain appropriate PPE.
- Conduct risk assessments and follow safe systems of work.
- Report accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions immediately.
This list is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you may be liable to undertake such duties as may be reasonably required of you that are within your capability. This job description will be reviewed on a regular basis and subsequently revised and updated from time to time.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Experience in concrete reinstatement works.
- Good understanding of reinstatement specifications and standards.
- Valid CSCS card (or equivalent).
- NRSWA Street Works qualification.
- Full UK driving licence (at least one operative).
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
