Job Overview
General Labourer – Surface Preparation
Location: Scunthorpe (Nationwide Travel Required)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + overtime opportunities
About Us
Specialist Surface Preparation is a UK-wide subcontractor specialising in concrete and asphalt surface preparation. Based in Scunthorpe, we work across the UK on major infrastructure projects including multi-storey car parks, bridge decks and other civil engineering structures.
Our role is to prepare surfaces prior to waterproofing and protective coating applications carried out by our clients. We operate industry-leading equipment and take pride in delivering high-quality work safely and efficiently.
The Role
We are looking for a hardworking and reliable General Labourer to join our growing team.
This is a full-time, travelling role, working on sites throughout the UK. You will be part of a close-knit team assisting with all aspects of surface preparation, learning specialist skills and gaining valuable industry experience.
No previous surface preparation experience is required – we're looking for candidates with the right attitude, work ethic and willingness to learn.
This position offers genuine career progression, with the opportunity to train and develop into a full-time plant operator for those who demonstrate commitment and dedication.
What You'll Be Doing
- Assisting with surface preparation works on construction and civil engineering projects.
- Supporting operators using captive shot blasting, road planing and grinding equipment.
- Preparing work areas and maintaining safe, clean working environments.
- Loading and unloading equipment and materials.
- Carrying out manual handling and general labouring duties.
- Following site health and safety procedures at all times.
- Working as part of a professional team to deliver projects to a high standard.
Projects You'll Work On
Our work includes preparing concrete and asphalt surfaces by removing old coatings, waterproofing systems and surface contamination before new waterproofing or protective coatings are installed by our clients.
Typical projects include:
- Multi-storey car parks
- Bridge decks
- Highways and infrastructure projects
- Commercial and industrial structures
What We're Looking For: Essential
- Full UK driving licence with a clean driving record.
- Own transport to and from our Scunthorpe yard.
- Willingness to travel and work away from home during the week.
- Able to commute working the occasional weekend.
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors.
- Reliable, punctual and eager to learn.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
Desirable: (Not Essential)
- CSCS Card (training can be provided if required).
- Previous construction or labouring experience.
- HGV Class 2 licence. (not necessary for this role but a bonus)
- Experience using hand tools or working on construction sites.
What We Offer
- Full-time permanent employment.
- All accommodation paid while working away.
- All travel expenses covered.
- Food allowance provided when working away.
- Guaranteed hours when working away. (can be discussed further upon request)
- Ongoing training and development.
- Opportunity to gain industry qualifications.
- Clear progression into specialist plant operator roles.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Company PPE and equipment provided.
- Work on major projects across the UK.
- Company pension.
Why Join Us?
If you're looking for more than just a labouring job, this is an opportunity to build a long-term career within a specialist industry. We invest in people who are willing to learn, work hard and develop their skills, with many of our operators progressing from labouring roles.
If you're dependable, motivated and enjoy working as part of a team, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: On the road
