General Operative

AmcoGiffen

General Operative

Salary Not Specified

AmcoGiffen, Barnsley

  • Full time
  • Contract
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 3 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 646e4711731f45bdb4024dd3dba55d26

Full Job Description

Multiple opportunities available for Civils Operatives required to join our site delivery team in the Engineering business unit dedicated civils projects and maintenance of Historic Rail Estates. Working in teams to deliver reactive and planned maintenance schemes and remits, the work will be varied / general civils. Excellent prospects to join and develop within an established and growing business., As Civils Operative you will ensure the completion of designated tasks on site under the supervision of the Site Foreman, ensuring the works are completed without harm to people, the environment and targeting zero defects. Day to day duties and responsibilities will typically include but not be limited to:

  • As Skilled Tradesperson / Civils Operative you will ensure the completion of designated tasks on site under the supervision of the Site Foreman, ensuring the works are completed without harm to people, the environment and targeting zero defects. Day to day duties and responsibilities will typically include but not be limited to:

  • Operate and carry out job set tasks.

  • Ensure have been briefed and understand all relevant risk and method statements.

  • Use best/safe practice on all tasks carried out Checks on any equipment that may use.

  • Ensure safe tidy place of work.

  • Ensure the completion of works is on time.

  • Implement best practice procedures.

  • Maximise use of own working time.

  • Ensure signed up to all permits and briefings before commencing any work.

  • Communication with site management.

  • Communicate with site supervisor on any concerns.

  • Feedback to site management with near miss reporting.

  • Ensure attend all site briefings and forums.

  • Other tasks as may from time to time be deemed necessary and are authorised by line managers

    Experienced Operatives with experience of works such as civil ground works (Drainage, Kerbing, Brick work, Road Formation etc).

  • PTS

  • COSS

  • CSCS

  • Plant Tickets

    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, and waterways.


  • AmcoGiffen is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we offer challenging and worthwhile careers to everyone. 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.

  • Permanent / weekly paid position offering good rates of pay.

  • Uplifts / overtime rates for weekend and night shifts

  • 29 days holiday per annum including bank holidays

  • Up to 3 volunteer days

  • Pension scheme

  • Life Insurance

  • Westfield Health Cash Plan & Westfield Rewards

  • Support and employee infrastructure embedded in the business as a platform for personal and professional development creating pathways for unrivalled career development and progression opportunities internally.

  • Consistent learning opportunities

  • A safe place to work

  • Employee forum's that provide a platform for having your voice heard