Who We Are
H&J Martin Construction is one of Ireland’s longest standing and most successful Developers and Building Contractors. Over the years, we have successfully contributed to the Built Heritage of Ireland, with the delivery of many Iconic buildings. In recent years, the delivery of quality family homes across Greater Belfast has returned as a key part of our business model.
H&J Martin Construction have strong relationships with local NI Developers, including development businesses within the wider Lagan Specialist Group. With these development partners, we have a healthy pipeline of local work over the next number of years and are therefore on the lookout for talented, innovative and ambitious individuals to join our team.
Role Overview
You will support the on-site operations team with the efficient, safe and timely delivery of the project, ensuring your work is of high standard and to spec. Working alongside subcontractors, and other labourers, you will take pride in your work, being aware of any potential risks or defects.
Why this role stands out
Our sites and projects have a wide range of disciplines, which you will work closely to, with the potential to branch into specialist area. As a company, we actively support talented individuals within the business to learn and develop their career.
What you'll do
The following reflect the main tasks associated with your position and are not intended to be exclusive or exhaustive:
Operations
- Carry out general and skilled labouring including groundworks, carpentry, brickwork, and installations.
- Assist tradespeople including bricklayers, joiners, and groundworkers
- Load, unload, move, and store materials and equipment safely
- Operate hand tools and basic machinery as required
- Support site setup, preparation, and dismantling
- Carryout basic repairs or maintenance as directed
- Manage time effectively, assisting site management in meeting targets.
Health & Safety
- Adhere to all site health and safety regulations and procedures
- Always use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Identify and report safety observations, near misses, and unsafe conditions or practice
- Follow Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
- Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe working environment
Communication & Teamwork
- Follow instructions from supervisors and site management
- Work collaboratively with site teams, subcontractors and other trades
- Communicate effectively regarding progress, issues, or delays
- Report incidents, near-misses, or defects promptly
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure work is carried out to required quality standards
- Follow site plans, drawings, and specifications accurately
- Support with routine checks and upkeep on tools and equipment
- Assist in maintaining compliance with company and industry standards
What you'll bring
To succeed in this role, it is essential that your main skills and experience include:
- Recent, relevant experience within the construction industry
- CSR Card (or equivalent) at an appropriate level
- A proactive, and flexible approach to work, with the ability to adapt to changing situations
- Strong understanding of Health and Safety in practice and relevant regulations
- Effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
It would also be desirable to have;
- First Aid at Work qualification
Our Values
Our values are important to how we run our business. We have been awarded Platinum Investors in People in recognition of our people management practices and investment in learning and development.
We are therefore looking for candidates that can demonstrate behaviours in line with our core values and continue with our culture of putting people first. Our 6 core values are:
- Caring
- Trust
- Respect
- Fun
- Open & Honest
- Safety
How we'll reward you
In return, we offer an attractive, competitive salary and a wide selection of lifestyle offers, development and learning programmes, services and support designed to help you manage and balance your work/life priorities.
Our Core Benefits potentially available to this role include:
- Generous holiday allowance increasing in each of your first 5 years’ service
- Ability to purchase additional holidays
- Discretionary Bonus Scheme
- Health Cash Plan – discounts for optical, dental, physio and other health and wellbeing services
- Occupational Sick Pay
- Paid Membership fees of a relevant Institution or Professional Body
- Use of our free Company Gym based at Head Office in Belfast
- Discounted Membership for other Gyms
- Ongoing Health and Wellbeing activities that include free annual health checks for all employees
- Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme – contributions are taken before tax
- Company EV Leasing Scheme
- Life Assurance Plan – four times annual salary
- Cycle to Work Scheme – spread the cost and save on a new bike and cycling equipment
- Ongoing Health and Wellbeing activities that include free annual health checks for all employees
Your application
At Lagan Specialist Group, we want everyone to feel welcome. That’s why we want you to know that we'll work with you to make the application process as smooth as possible. So please just let us know if you need any adjustments or support – we'll do whatever we can to help.
To apply for this role, please submit a copy of your CV. We wish you every success in your application.
LAGAN SPECIALIST CONTRACTING GROUP ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITES EMPLOYER - We will not discriminate against anyone on the grounds of Sex, Pregnancy or maternity, Gender reassignment, Marital or Civil Partnership status, Religious or other similar philosophical belief, Political Opinion, Racial group, Sexual orientation, Disability or Age.
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Cycle to work scheme
- Gym membership
- Sick pay
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person
