Supervisor / Bricklayer (s) / Stonemason (s)
This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The Vacancy
Supervisor / Bricklayer / Stonemason
Semi-Skilled Labourers / Tradesperson
Rail
Location – Perth, Scotland
We currently have numerous permanent/staff opportunities for Semi Skilled Tradespeople and Labourers within our Scotland Business Unit based from our Depot in Perth, including; Bricklayer(s), Stonemason(s) and Supervisor(s).
Business Unit
A busy and fast paced project and maintenance environment involving in a range of multi-disciplinary civil engineering projects, working for a varied range of clients including Local Authorities, Network Rail and Environmental.
Projects can typically include civil engineering works and infrastructure projects such as:
Highways & Roads, underbridges, overbridges and footbridges, tunnels, flood alleviation & repairs, earthworks & embankments and rail platforms and station infrastructure etc.
We currently have a number of live infrastructure projects and long term renewals and maintenance frameworks underway including Civils Asset Management (CAM), Renewals Enhancement Framework (REF) and a Slabtrack framework.
The Role
We currently have various permanent / staff positions available from our Perth Depot in Scotland, for Supervisors, Bricklayer(s) and Stonemason(s) with experience in the rail industry.
- Read the engineers or architects’ plan.
- Responsible for building or repairing walls in accordance with construction plans.
- Responsible for constructing brickwork by laying bricks using the correct mortar mixture.
- Measure the work area.
- Set out the first rows of bricks (courses) and the damp course.
- Mix mortar by hand or with a mechanical mixer.
- Lay the bricks on top of each other and apply the mortar with a trowel.
- Shape and trim bricks using hammers, chisels and power tools.
- Interface with other operatives / trades to prevent clashes.
- Check that courses are straight and level using water or laser spirit levels and plumb lines.
- Other tasks as may from time to time be deemed necessary and are authorised by line managers.
Requirements
To excel in this/these positons, you will have previous railway experience as a Supervisor, Stonemason and/or Bricklayer. Ideally you will have a valid PTS and must be able to demonstrate the requisite experience in the rail industry with associated competencies / certification as appropriate to the role you are interested in (i.e. City & Guilds / Time served Bricklayer).
The Company
You will be joining a reputable and firmly established, engineering contractor operating nationally in rail, civils and engineering markets. AmcoGiffen are renowned in the market as a specialist civil, building, mechanical and electrical renewals and maintenance business with ongoing and successful projects and frameworks across the country, you will become part of our expert outfit.
The Remuneration
- Permanent / weekly paid position offering good rates of pay.
- Uplifts for overtime and weekend shifts
- Westfield Health Cash Plan
- Pension
- Life Insurance
The Company
Why AmcoGiffen?
You will be joining a reputable and firmly established, engineering contractor operating nationally in rail, civils and engineering markets. AmcoGiffen are renowned in the market as a specialist civil, building, mechanical and electrical renewals and maintenance business with ongoing and successful projects and frameworks across the country, you will become part of our expert outfit.
AmcoGiffen has a wealth of experience working on sensitive, live assets in highly regulated environments, we deliver exceptional peace of mind for our customers, creating and maintaining assets across a growing range of high-quality public and private sectors. These include rail, power generation, electricity distribution, flood defence, aviation, waterways and much more.
Diversity & Inclusion at AmcoGiffen
We value collective expertise, but also the spark that one person can bring. As one of us, you can be you, because your individuality is an asset to our business and the communities in which we work and represent.
We are working hard as part of the civil engineering and construction industry, to improve diversity & inclusion. Our Diversity and inclusion journey at AmcoGiffen, is constantly evolving and is designed to break down barriers and promote the principles of a diverse workforce through multiple channels. This includes delivering training, raising awareness, regular forums and sharing our engagement calendar of activities and events to encourage participation at all levels throughout our organisation.
Diversity & Inclusion is embodied throughout our SPIRIT core Business values and lies at the heart of our culture of Safety, Professionalism, Innovation, Respect, Integrity and Teamwork.
AmcoGiffen is an Equal Opportunities Employer, offering challenging, worthwhile careers to everyone and is pro-actively committed to improving our understanding year on year to foster a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees as well as for the customers and communities in which we serve and operate within. It doesn’t matter to us what your age, disability, employment status, gender, health, marital status, sexual preference, membership or non-membership of a trade union, nationality, race, religion or social class are, or indeed any other personal characteristics not directly related to the relevant job. Anyone who meets the requirements of the job is eligible for employment with AmcoGiffen.
Health & Wellbeing
Operating from a people first perspective we support safety and wellbeing in the workplace as a priority. We have large number of colleagues that are trained and qualified mental health first aiders to support and listen where appropriate. We enrol all of the AmcoGiffen family onto an employee assistance programme which provides 24 hour, 7 days a week counselling and advice services.
Is AmcoGiffen your next career challenge? If so, apply now!
For more information or to arrange a private and confidential discussion about AmcoGiffen career opportunities, please contact our Recruitment Team:
tom.peach@amcogiffen.co.uk
Recruitment Manager
The Benefits
We offer excellent career prospects, a competitive salary, and outstanding training development and support opportunities. You can expect to receive a range of benefits (role dependent) including:
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