Job Title: General Operative
Reports to: Site Manager
Location: Ballymena
Hours of Work: 39 hours per week
All levels of general operatives required to carry out general construction operations including groundworks, pipe laying, kerbing & paving as required for commercial construction sites.
With varied site locations & works it is essential that you are able to work as part of a motivated team and be flexible if at times the project requires duties outside your role. You will be required to fulfill work related training as part of our commitment to health & safety on all sites.
ESSENTIAL
- Assisting in the preparation of construction sites, including clearing debris and setting up materials.
- Operating construction equipment and machinery under supervision.
- Carrying out general labour tasks, including digging, lifting, and moving materials.
- Assisting in the assembly and disassembly of scaffolding and temporary structures.
- Maintaining a clean and organised work environment.
- Adhering to safety guidelines and reporting any safety hazards.
- Collaborating with the construction team to meet project goals and deadlines.
- Perform the job role in accordance with the Company’s policies and procedures.
- Any other duties as required and deemed within your competence.
DESIRABLE
- Ability to operate plant equipment
- Clean driver’s licence
PERSONAL
- Ability to work unsupervised, individually and as part of a team
- Good time management skills
- Ability to take direction and be flexible
- Great work ethic & attitude
BENEFITS
- Free transport provided to sites from head office.
- 32 days holiday per year
- Pension Scheme
- Death in Service Benefit
- Income Protection Cover
- Life Insurance
- Private Medical Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Length of Service awards
- Branded workwear
TO APPLY
Download the application form by clicking on the link below or send your CV to [email protected] or by post to HR Department, Martin & Hamilton Ltd, 46 Doury Road, Ballymena, BT43 6JB.
All applications/CVs must be received by 4.00 pm Friday 7th August 2026.
To discuss the role, please call HR on 028 2565 3672.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £10.85 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- Private medical insurance
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
