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Daniel Owen Ltd is currently seeking Skilled / General Operatives to join an upcoming project located in Sudbury Town. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced individuals with the required certifications to secure consistent work on a long-term infrastructure site.

This role will involve weekend-based shifts, including both day and night work, so flexibility is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Skilled / General Operative on this project, you will be expected to:

Carry out all aspects of groundworks including digging, concreting, kerbing, drainage, and reinstatement.

Assist with the preparation and maintenance of site access routes and working areas.

Operate small plant and tools in a safe and effective manner (if trained).

Follow technical drawings and plans provided by engineers or site supervisors.

Work alongside other trades and contractors to ensure a smooth workflow on-site.

Maintain high standards of health and safety, adhering to site protocols and reporting any hazards or issues immediately.

Support the installation and repair of utility services where required.

Complete all works in line with project timelines and quality expectations.

Requirements:

To be considered for this role, you MUST have the following:

BTA (Basic Track Awareness) - essential for working within the railway or associated environments.

EUSR (Energy & Utility Skills Register) CAT 1 & 2 - demonstrating competency in utility works.

Competency in operating small tools and plant (e.g. Forward Tipping Dumper, Roller, etc.).

Proven experience working as a Groundworker on construction or infrastructure projects.

Willingness and availability to work weekends, including both day and night shifts as scheduled.

A strong understanding of site health & safety practices.

Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions from site management.

Good level of physical fitness due to the nature of the work.

Desirable (but not essential):

CSCS Card

Manual Handling and First Aid certifications

Experience on rail or civils-based projects

If you hold all the relevant qualifications and are suitable for the above responsibilities and requirements, please contact the London Rail team on (phone number removed)