General Construction Operative

About this opportunity

George Cox and Sons Ltd are an awarding winning civil engineering and highway contractor working on behalf of Stockport and Bolton Councils and other neighbouring local authorities. You will be working on various local authority projects.

A normal day would include:
Assisting lead tradesman in paving works, kerbing, laying tarmac, drainage works and other aspects of road construction and general civil engineering works.

You will also cover all aspects of health and safety, manual handling and the apprenticeship will include day release attendance at college one day per week over a two year period.

If you don’t have GSCE grade 4 or above you will attend functional skills whilst at college.

What you could go on to do
Level 3 Trainee Site Management.

How you will be supported:
Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role.

What will happen next:
New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out:
• More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
• Any training you need to complete
• What the next steps will be

How you could get there:
If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take.

What you should have to apply

Ideally a grade 4 or above in maths and English

Personal Qualities

Organised
Motivated
Team player

Skills

Good communication skills
Good time keeper
Hard working