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Temporary General Building Operative

Barker Ross Group
Posted 6 days ago, valid for 15 days
Location

Bristol, City of Bristol BS1 6WS, England

Salary

£12.42 - £12.52 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

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  • The position involves assisting with general building tasks such as demolition, excavation, and site preparation while ensuring a clean and safe worksite.
  • Candidates should have at least two years of experience in a similar role and be proficient in Microsoft Office tools.
  • The salary for this role is competitive, reflecting the skills and experience required.
  • Key responsibilities include maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations and supporting skilled tradespeople.
  • Applicants must be UK residents and will undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard vetting process after the interview.

Responsibilities and Key Tasks:

  • Assist with general building tasks such as demolition, excavation, and site preparation.
  • Support skilled tradespeople with their duties.
  • Ensure the worksite is clean and safe.
  • Handle and transport materials and equipment.
  • Always follow health and safety regulations.
  • Maintain all aspects of the site computerised management system to ensure compliance with statutory requirements and KPIs.
  • Communicate with suppliers via email and telephone, using Microsoft Office tools.
  • Control site security and visitor/contractor access.
  • Conduct daily site checks and log/action findings.
  • Liaise with site management and key stakeholders to ensure efficient task programming.
  • Prepare and process site paperwork for attending engineers/operatives.
  • Ensure contractors operate within appropriate SHE processes and client HSE standards.
  • Respond to reactive events such as fire alarm activations and emergency maintenance callouts.
  • Uphold premises health and safety and COSHH compliance.
  • Perform general repairs and maintenance duties as required.
  • Provide porterage and logistical support services.
  • Undertake statutory inspections and general monitoring of services.
  • Act as part of the site emergency team (e.g., Fire Marshall, First Aid).
  • Report all incidents, occupational illnesses, and emergencies.
  • Perform general maintenance to both building and grounds, including cleaning, waste management, and winter gritting.
  • Undertake mandatory training courses.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

  • Strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and record keeping.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Good understanding of health and safety and COSHH requirements.
  • Good customer relationship skills.
  • Ability to undertake basic building maintenance, handyman, security, or janitorial duties.

Person Specification:

  • Presentable and approachable with a professional demeanor.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Good communication and written skills.
  • Customer-focused.
  • Self-motivated and resourceful.

Vetting Level: Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) - to be completed after the interview

Residency Requirement: Must be a UK resident (VISAS are invalid due to clearance requirements)

Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

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