Scaffold Labourer

BMS Scaffolding is recruiting for a Scaffold Labourer to work on the Eastwick & Sweetwater project/site, at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

ABOUT BMS SCAFFOLDING

Established in 2013, BMS Scaffolding Limited are scaffolding contractors operating from our head depot and offices based in Rainham, Essex. Our new Ipswich depot is now fully operational and greatly improves our service to the Suffolk and East Anglia regions.

ABOUT THE ROLE

To be responsible for organising material, handling stock and other assets in a manner which ensures operational efficiency and working as part of a scaffolding gang. Maintain clear, safe working areas. Clear away any waste and debris, safely stack and secure materials.

MAIN DUTIES

• Ensure full compliance with all company procedures and policies, health and safety procedures, and regulatory requirements as appropriate.
• Ensure correct work permits are available prior to carrying out tasks.
• Deliver scaffolding equipment to the workforce.
• Ensure safe stacking and storage of equipment in accordance with company policy and procedures.
• To keep equipment in good condition, segregating repairable and scrap equipment.
• To ensure the safe loading and unloading of vehicles.
• Report any safety concerns with regards to unsafe working practices, equipment or conditions.
• To be constantly vigilant and fully aware of security protocols.
• Fully contribute towards the overall safe and successful business performance and growth of the organisation.
• Inspect and maintain scaffolding equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Adhere to safe systems of work, read, understand and follow method statements, risk assessments, reasonable instructions and follow manufacturers literature in respect of any equipment, tools and materials provided for use at work.
• Maintain qualifications i.e. CSCS/CISRS/DBS (Where necessary).

ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES AND BEHAVIOURS

• Positive attitude and approach: Goes the extra mile in delivering outstanding business results.
• Innovative thinking: Comes up with new ideas to create business improvement / growth opportunities and potential safety benefits.
• Organisational awareness: Understands the business environment and how to achieve expectations and objectives.
• Values driven: Demonstrates honesty and integrity, is dependable in all operational activities, while preserving brand and reputation in all dealings with staff, customers and the environment.
• Team commitment: Demonstrates co-operation in working with other team members to achieve shared aims and objectives. Is an effective communicator.
• People management and development: Shows commitment to the development of self and others. Provides clarity of objectives and ongoing objective feedback.
• Strategic leadership: Creates a shared purpose and vision for the organisation and inspires others to work towards it. Uses positive influence strategies to gain support and commitment.
• Commercial and financial awareness: Demonstrates commercial awareness and the ability to meet overall Company financial objectives.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Valid CSCS card.
• Good communication.
• Able to listen and follow instructions.
• Reliable and willing to learn.

BMS do not have apprentices as such, the Scaffolding industry operates slightly differently, in so far as individuals wishing to progress  a  career in the scaffolding industry they begin their journey by enrolling upon a COTS training course, (CISRS Operative Training Scheme) and developing their skills, progressing by way of both theoretical and practical training, the CISRS Scaffolding Tube and Fitting Part 1 / Part 2 respectively and attending a final assessment, achieving a Level 2 National Vocational Qualification before applying for their Scaffolding Card (Blue Card).