42 construction jobs found in Penzance

Abatec is seeking a Site Engineer on a freelance contract to join our client, a leading Tier 1 contractor, for a major Civil Engineering project in Cornwall. The successful candidate will have experience in the Civil Engineering industry, capable of self-delivery, setting out, and have prior experience working on highways. As a Site Engineer you will: * Have a minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in setting out on civil engineering schemes. * Check drawings and quantities, ensuring the accuracy of calculations. * Assist in the preparation of ‘as-built drawings’ * Comply with the site-specific health and safety protocols to ensure any health and safety concerns are identified and reported as necessary. Our client requires a Site Engineer with: * Experience with Leica Survey equipment (GPS, Total Station, Optical, and digital levels). * Valid CSCS * A good understating of construction health & safety protocols. * Excellent communication skills. *...

I am looking for a Multi Skilled Operative to work on an Artist Studio Refurb in Newlyn. For this role I am looking for someone who can get stuck into carpentry, painting and decorating, snagging and more.  This is an ongoing role - £18hr Self employed If you are interested please contact Paige on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

We are recruiting HGV 2 Tipper Drivers on behalf of our customer who are a leading supplier to the construction industry. This is a Monday to Friday position with start times between 06:00 - 07:00. Shifts are approx. 10 - 12 hour days As a HGV 2 Tipper Driver you will: Deliver aggregate and collect muck away from construction sites. Make 5 -6 drops per day We are keen to speak to people about this HGV 2 Tipper Driver position with the following skills and experience: Hold a full valid driving licence with previous HGV 2 driving experience £15.00 per hour PAYE If this sounds like the HGV 2 Tipper Driver opportunity for you, click the apply link  and send us an updated copy of your CV today

Labourer- st Ives my client in St Ives is urgently seeking 2/3 labourers to start on a new build development in St Ives this is a fantastic opportunity to work with one of the best developers in the UK and has fantastic career progression. please apply asap for an immediate call back

Grounds Maintenance Operative – Helston, Cornwall CSCS Card Required! Our client requires Grounds Maintenance Operatives to carry out tasks such as strimming, hard and soft landscaping. Working in teams, you will be responsible for a range of activities from grass cutting, strimming, hedge pruning, flower bed maintenance, and much more What we are looking for: * Experience within the grounds maintenance industry (preferred) * Capable of working safely using a range of equipment and hand tools (e.g. strimmer’s, backpack blowers, push mowers etc.) * Must be physically fit and able to work outdoors in all-weather conditions * Good time management skills and the ability to work in a demanding environment * Enthusiasm, good communication skills * Good understanding of health and safety * Ideally have a full, clean driving license * Will understand and the importance of working as a team * Reliable and conscientious with a can-do attitude * A willingness to learn *...

Groundworks labourer - Redruth, Cornwall Tarmacing - Civils/commercial A great opportunity to start a long term temp to perm operational role based around Cornwall. You will be required to work in a gang of 3 on civils projects. Initially there will be several weeks or months work in Redruth, Cornwall.  Between the gang of 3 there will be 2 vehicles and fuel cards issued to get you and your equipment to the jobs.  You will need previous experience for this role. Day to day: To work in a team  Laying tarmac Prepping base for aggregate Compacting sub base  Compacting top base Operating pedestrian roller Moving materials  Using basic tools Taking instruction from ganger Maintain a safe working environment  Requirements: Previous experience in tarmacing and groundworks or groundworks labouring is essential  Professional at all times  Good work ethic An in date CSCS card PPE Driving licence is not essential but will be an advantage as van may be supplied. Good timekeeping Please...

Groundworks ganger/supervisor - Redruth, Cornwall Tarmacing - Civils/commercial A great opportunity to start a long term temp to perm operational role based around Cornwall. You will be required to manage a gang of 3 on a variety of civils projects. Initially there will be several weeks or months work in Redruth, Cornwall.  Between the gang of 3 there will be 2 vehicles and fuel cards issued to get you and your equipment to the jobs.  You will need previous experience for this role. We are looking for someone that is happy to work and supervise. Day to day: To manage 2 groundworks labourers To allocate works Overseeing small scale civils jobs Laying tarmac Prepping base for aggregate Compacting sub base  Compacting top base Operating pedestrian roller Moving materials  Using basic tools Maintain a safe working environment  Requirements: Previous experience in tarmacing, groundworks and running a gang is essential. Street works ticket (operative or supervisor) An in date CSCS...

Electrician x 2 Falmouth 40 - 50 hours a week 8 weeks work  We are looking for 2 qualified Electricians or timeserved Electrical Improvers to start work asap on a project in Falmouth. The work will involve:-  Cable basket installation Cable installation 1st/2nd fix Control panel connections Please get in touch if you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity.  Sarah at RGB (phone number removed)

Testing and Inspecting Electrician x 2  Falmouth  4 months  £29.00ph cis  A requirement has arisen for 2 Electricians with Testing and Inspecting to carry out the testing of cables in a industrial environment. The work will be for 4 moths for the right candudates, there are various shifts avaliable as well as a 14.00 - 00.30 The hours of 40 hours can be worked over 4 or 5 days to suit the candidate. The role does not require a ECS Card, but does require the successful candidates to have a Testing and Inspecting qualification.  Please get in touch now if you are an Electrician with Testing and Inspecting.  Sarah (phone number removed)

We are currently looking for a CSCS carded Groundworker for work in the Truro area to start on Monday for 3 x weeks +. Work will be with a small team, assisting with levels, concreting etc. Day rate is based on a 48 hour week. Expenses are available for travel & Digs. If interested then please get in touch with LNS in the office

Are you looking for a new role working onsite in the water industry? Are you passionate and ready to make a positive change? If so, then read on! I am looking for an experienced Commissioning Engineer to work in the Liskeard- Cornwall area. The perfect applicant will have knowledge and experience working on projects within wastewater or water treatment. Role: Commissioning Engineer Location: Liskeard- Cornwall Contract: Freelance Rate: Up to £450 per day outside IR-35 When: ASAP Randstad Contact: Georgia Joslyn () Duties will include: Ensuring that all relevant health and safety documents are correctly recorded Supervising work to ensure that it is carried out in accordance with method statements and work Instructions from the project manager Recognising the health and safety considerations are central to all tasks and contribute to ensure safe working environments for all Actively supporting the Site Manager to maintain and enforce safety standards as required by...

Commissioning Engineer Do you have experience as a Commissioning Engineer? Have you worked within the water treatment industry before? If so then this job could be for you. Read below for further information! As a Commissioning Engineer you will be working on a water treatment site till the end of AMP7 and possibly the start of AMP8. As a commissioning engineer it will be your duty to ensure that the framework and projects are done correctly and without fault. Role: Commissioning engineer Location: Cornwall Pay Rate: £450 - £500 Start Date: ASAP Contract: Freelance Randstad Contact: Lewis Weir Responsibilities: Safety, health, quality and environment. Ensure safety quality and keeping up with KPI and KPM measurements are No.1 in STW region. Implementing and refreshing initiatives to improve behaviors related to SHEQ. Plan with design, suppliers and sub-contractors to ensure that equipment is fully set up and commissioned at each project. Make sure technical input and...

Job title: PFI Project Manager Start Date: ASAP Pay Rate: £300 PAYE a day or £400 Umbrella PAYE/CIS a day Job description: Job PurposeAn exciting opportunity for a Project Manager, with experience in the construction industry (building fabric, building services and minor works), to join our Local Government and Education (LG&E) Team delivering programmes of lifecycle and minor capital works across several contracts in the Cornwall area of the UK. The Project Manager will be responsible for the development and delivery of the works in the most cost-effective manner, demonstrating 'value for money' to the clients, across Supplier portfolio of clients. The successful candidate will identify and procure the services of specialist designers and contractors as required to successfully deliver their allocated programmes. It will be the Project Manager's responsibility to manage compliance with Supplier and client agreed project delivery methodology, governance and gateway...

Carpenters Location: Newquay and surroundings area Pay: £21 - 22 per hour Our client, a Cornwall based business, are looking for 2x Carpenters to join their team working on domestic and commercial projects - Refurb and newbuild. You will need: - To be a qualified, or time served carpenter with Tools. - Valid drivers licence

Site Manager with a civils background required on a contract basis, outside IR35. Working for a leading name in the infrastructure and engineering sectors, the projects are PV solar farms. Schemes to oversee include enabling works - pre-construction surveys, access road / compound installation and fencing installation. SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid tickets are required and previous experience as a Civils Site Manager is essential (ideally within the solar / PV sector). The Site Manager role is due to last three months, but with a strong chance of further extensions. Apply to Andrew Snelgrove at Deploy

DK Recruitment are looking for 2x Labourers to join a client In the Newquay Area. Immediate start date. This is a straight forward role and they are looking for someone to be reliable and see out the rest of the refurb project with them General duties include helping assist the tradesman, carrying materials and clean up. PPE required

Job Advertisement: Telehandler Operator with SSSTS** **Location:** Roche **Duration:** 10 - 12 Weeks **Working Hours:** 07:30 - 17:00 **Position Overview:** We are seeking a skilled Telehandler Operator with SSSTS certification for a 10-12 week project located in Roche. The ideal candidate will be experienced, reliable, and capable of performing a variety of tasks to support our construction team. **Key Responsibilities:** - **Telehandler Operation:** Safely and efficiently operate telehandlers and perform material handling tasks as required. - **Site Maintenance:** Assist in maintaining a clean and organised job site. This includes being willing to perform labour-intensive tasks. - **Site Security:** Responsible for opening and closing the site daily, ensuring security measures are properly followed. - **Team Support:** Work collaboratively with the site team to facilitate smooth operations and project progression. **Qualifications:** - Valid Telehandler certification. -...

Recycling Yard Operative   We are recruiting for a hard-working person for a Yard Operative role in, and who has an interest in the recycling and environmental sustainability industry.  This is for the Bodmin area of Cornwall. This is a temporary role – working Monday to Friday (Apply online only) (although there will be a requirement to work the occasional Saturday (Apply online only)). Pay rate is £12.54 per hour. This is a busy role and as a yard operative you will be largely working outdoors.  You should be: Comfortable working within a team Able to follow instruction Flexible and adaptable in your approach to work Able to communicate both verbally and in writing Excellent attention to detail. It would be advantageous to hold Forklift and/or scrap handler licenses.   If you would like more information, please do not hesitate to get in touch. This vacancy is being handled by Rachel Rawlings, Driving and Industrial Specialist Consultant at Pertemps Plymouth. Rachel has been...

Example Recruitment Group is currently recruiting on behalf of a national heating contractor operating within the local authority sector. They require self-employed electricians for an ongoing contract in the Bodmin area. Contract Details: Location: Bodmin Contract: Cornwall Net Zero Work Type: EICRs and remedial work Commitment: Minimum of set 5 set days per week Contract Length: Minimum of 12 months Payment terms: Weekly one week in arrears. Rates: * Schedule of rates with earnings between £300.00 - £400.00 per day Key Benefits: * Work within a small radius * Weekly pay – no chasing invoices * Monday to Friday (part-time min. 3 days per week commitment can be accommodated) * All appointments pre-booked via the client's PDA system. * Full PPE and kit provided. * Long-term ongoing contract Requirements: * 2 years of qualified experience as a qualified electrician * Level 3 Electrical Installations * 18th Edition * 2391 Test & Inspection or equivalent *...

We are currently looking for a Deckhand for a site in the Isle of Grain area to start ASAP. Work will be on a Safety Boat, ensuring safety at all times alongside the skipper. CSCS card is required for this role. The Deckhand will be expected to have knowledge of knots, tying the vessel in tidal waters. Due to this project being tidal the start times may vary each week depending the tide times. Day rate is based on a 9 hour day, there is a small tidal bonus on the early shifts. Next week it will be 3 am start on Monday but getting later during the week based on the tides. If interested please apply onsite or call LNS in the office