The Role
UK Leading fencing contractor looking to recruit Fencing Labourer that lives in or around Bexhill, East Sussex. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to undertake a crucial role within our fast-growing & progressive business. This is a rewarding and progressive role suited to an energised and motivated individual.
About the Company
As part of the Network Plus Group, Littlewood Group is the UK’s leading SME fence installation contractor, with offices in East Sussex, the Midlands and Wales. Established in 1996, we have a £47m turnover and a workforce of 240 employees. We are trusted partners of major contractors, including HS2, National Highways and the MOD. Our expertise covers the design, supply and installation of fencing, security systems, vehicle restraints, noise barriers, gates, access control and associated ground works. Guided by our core values - Flair, Integrity, Responsibility, Safety, and Teamwork - we deliver quality and reliability across the UK.
Experience & Qualifications
Essential
- Must be a team player and reliable.
- Detail oriented.
- Capacity to fulfill your duties independently and on time.
- Willing to travel as workload is nationwide
Desired
- Knowledge & experience in a variety of fencing systems
- Fencing Operatives will hold as a minimum a FISS/ CSCS / CPCS card.
- Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment
- Health, Safety and Environment Test for Operatives
- A full driving licence is desirable but not essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparing the site by digging holes and trenches in line with where the fencing will be positioned.
- Measuring the length of each section that requires fencing and determining the requisite height of each fence in collaboration with clients’ requirements.
- Suggesting alternate finished based on the climate, topography, and appearance of each area, if needed.
- Joining, raising, and securing segments of the fence in place.
- Checking for gaps and vulnerabilities in the fencing and correcting these, if needed.
Health & Safety and Environmental
- Ensure all works are carried out safely, in line with RAMS, briefings and permits presented by Lead Fencers and Supervisors.
- Ensure that all checks and certification on plant and equipment are carried out and in date.
- Ensure employees work in a safe and tidy manner and wear personal protective equipment.
- Knowledge of the whereabouts of first aid facilities and the names of first aiders.
- Report all near misses, accidents/incidents involving injury, damage to property or lost time to the Lead Fencer and Supervisor.
- Compliance with respect to environmental controls and management.
Quality Control
- Inspecting the quality of materials.
General site Management
- Working with Lead Fencer to ensure that levels of productivity are being met in compliance with programme or piece work rates.
- Have a reasonable understanding of Fencing specifications and knowledge of installation techniques.
- Ensure adherence to legal and company policies & procedures.
Salary & Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a benefits package.
Littlewood Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
We are Armed Forces-friendly and part of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Life insurance
Experience:
- Construction: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- CSCS (preferred)
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
