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We Are Hiring Now!

Your career as a skilled demolition operative starts here.

 

We’re a world-class, award-winning leader in the construction industry seeking enthusiastic individuals with a passion for doing a great job. We pride ourselves on the work we do – because of the great team we have.

 

Our policy is to develop and keep our employees – many have been with us for over 10 years, some working their way to become successful Site Managers, running large teams.

Great reasons to join us

Full-time work

Competitive rates of pay, paid weekly

Stay-away pay (£40 per day)

Paid holidays

Tools, protection equipment and uniform provided

Paid travel-to-site time

Company pension scheme

We'll train you & pay for your qualifications including:

  • Construction Skill Certification Scheme (CSCS)

  • Certificate of Competence for Demolition Operatives (CCDO)

  • Demolition & Asbestos Safety Awareness

  • PASMA Tower training

  • IPAF Mobile Tower Training

  • First Aid

Potential to progress to Site Manager, with private health scheme, performance bonuses and company iPhone

Contracts for self-employed and seasonal (temporary) workers available

AVAILABLE POSITIONS

GROUNDWORKS FOREMAN
Groundworks Foreman
(Midlands)
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Trainee Groundworks Foreman
(Midlands)

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CSCS / CCDO Demolition Labourer
/ Strip Out Operative
About the work:
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  • Strip out of commercial premises
  • Minor / light structure demolition
  • Strip out of mechanical & electrical equipment
  • Removal of furnishings & carpets
  • Dismantling partitions
  • Clearing rubble & debris
  • Working across the UK
To apply you will need:
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  • A current CSCS card​
  • To be able to get to Knowle, Nr. Solihull by 6am each morning
  • To be available to work 5 days a week
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Ideally you should:
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  • Have 2 years experience in a demolition or construction job
  • Have a CCDO card
Pay & Benefits:
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  • £9.51 - £12.50  per hour, dependent on qualifications & experience
  • You will be paid weekly
  • Plus we pay travel-time to site (from pick-up point)
  • In addition we provide stay-away pay (£40 per day)
  • Up to 28 days paid holiday per year
  • Opportunity to gain further qualifications & promotion
  • Bonuses available
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To apply please call Dave
Tel. 01675 443727
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Frequently asked questions

What qualifications do I need to work at Umberslade?

If you are joining our strip out team you just need a CSCS card.

If you are applying to our Groundworks team you will need a CPCS card as a minimum, see the job advertisement for more details.



What hours will I work?

Normal site working hours are 7.30am to 3.30pm, plus the time you will be travelling to & from site. If you have to travel over an hour to get to site you get paid extra. You can also request to work additional hours at the weekend and out of normal working hours (if available), which are paid at a rate of up to double-time.



Where will I be working?

Much of our work is in the Midlands, but we also work nationwide. If we work away, we provide free overnight accommodation and daily stay-away bonus pay. We also try to accommodate workers if they don’t want to work away regularly.



Can I earn a bonus?

Yes! All operatives are eligible for 3-monthly bonuses based on great performance. CCDO operatives and Site Managers can also earn project-related bonuses.



How do I get to work?

Our Site Managers collect our employees daily from the car park of Silhillians Sports Club & Conference Centre, Warwick Road, Knowle B93 9LW. Usual meet time is 6am.

You need to make your own way to and from the Silhillians Sports Club.



Is there parking?

Yes!

Parking at the Silhillians Club is free of charge for Umberslade employees (you need to register your car with us within 24 hours of first parking).

The car park is monitored by CCTV cameras. Vehicles are parked at the owner’s risk.



Do I get paid holidays?

Yes!

Our full-time site workers get 28 days paid annual holiday a year (including bank holidays) which is accrued from days worked.

Also, after 5 years of continuous contract employment, we’ll increase your holiday allowance!



Can I get promoted?

Yes!

We are growing and always looking for a future Site Manager or Contracts Manager; if you demonstrate a willingness to work hard and gain experience and competence, you could be promoted.

All our Site Managers started as Demolition Operatives.



What training & qualifications will I get?

All site employees receive Asbestos Awareness training as standard. If you work hard and demonstrate a willingness to learn & progress, we will also fund your qualification to CCDO (Certificate of Competence for Demolition Operatives) which earns a higher rate of pay.

You could also then obtain other qualifications including PASMA, IPAF, First Aid and SSSTS -which is the path to potentially becoming a Site Manager.



Do I need to bring my own tools / Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?

No.

We provide high-quality tools and PPE for our site workers. Issued PPE includes Hi-viz vest, face-fitted face mask and hard hat as standard.

Steel-toe capped/protective mid-sole work boots are provided on request. Other PPE is provided as required on site.



What clothes should I wear to work?

For your first day you will be provided with our work uniform that includes branded T-shirts and a jumper. New site workers wear their own jeans or work trousers.

Upon completion of a 3-month probation our site workers can also request a pair of Umberslade work trousers and a beanie hat.



Can I ask my former colleagues, friends and family to apply to work for Umberslade?

Yes!

We encourage you to ask people that you know that are good workers to join us; you will receive a £300 pound bonus for each new recruit that you have referred!