Advanced Scaffolder HPC

Advanced Scaffolder – Hinkley Point C Contract type: Permanent – Full time contract Start date: To be confirmed Pay rate: £29.34 basic/h Location: Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, Somerset, United Kingdom This advert is to register your interest for future scaffolding roles expected to become available at HPC. Role Details Weekly Working Hours & OT: Mon to Thursday 06:30-17:00. 40 min break. O/T at x1.225 first 9.5 hours worked, x1.4 after 9.5 hours worked. Overtime will not come into effect until your first full working week. Key Responsibilities Always work safely, protecting yourself, co-workers, the public, and future users of the scaffold structure in line with relevant industry standards, site procedures, and legal requirements. Select and use scaffold tubes, boards, and fittings that are in good condition and suitable for the task. Assemble and install prefabricated beams and components as part of scaffold structures. Position and erect hoists and hoist towers correctly and safely. Install and support protective fans and similar safety features as required. Erect scaffolds in public or high-traffic areas in accordance with site rules and local regulations. Install structural supports such as spurs and rakers at the correct angles, and fit associated components in the correct positions. Erect cantilever and truss-out scaffolds, applying appropriate counterbalance and safety measures to prevent instability or overturning. Install anchor ties and specialist fixings in accordance with manufacturer guidance and project requirements, including testing and reporting where required. Select and install the correct type and number of ties to ensure scaffold stability, whether sheeted or unsheeted. Calculate and prepare the materials required to safely erect and dismantle various scaffold types, including: Scaffolds with prefabricated beams Hoist towers Cantilever scaffolds Truss-out scaffolds Protective fans Pavement gantries Roof stack scaffolds Roof saddle scaffolds Read and interpret basic scaffold drawings and plans. Work in accordance with risk assessments, method statements, and site safety documentation. Dismantle scaffolds safely and in the correct sequence as part of a team. Organise personnel and materials when leading a small team carrying out scaffolding operations. Follow all project standards, safety rules, and site procedures. Comply with company policies regarding timekeeping, breaks, and attendance. Key Requirements Must hold a current CISRS Advanced Scaffolders card. Relevant site safety certification or training. At least 1 year of experience working as a scaffolder in a construction or industrial environment preferred. Must have received SG4 (Latest edition) training and work in compliance with the guidance. The lead hand of a scaffold gang using systems scaffolding must have successfully completed the relevant CISRS Systems product training. Advanced Scaffolders can work on any Tube and Fitting steel scaffolding structure provided they have suitable experience. Behavioural Competencies Strong safety awareness Good planning and organisational skills Attention to detail Ability to work effectively as part of a team Reliable and professional work ethic Customer and site-user awareness #J-18808-Ljbffr Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics