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EDF Energy

Skilled Operative

1w

EDF Energy

GB · Full-time · £30,000 – £36,000

About this role

The Sizewell C Jobs Service supports local people into exciting, long-term careers across this major nuclear construction project. This Skilled Operative role with VGC Group is a key part of the project workforce, offering an opportunity to contribute to one of the UK's largest infrastructure developments.

Assisting general civil works and groundworks forms the core of daily tasks. You will support site teams with day-to-day operations and work to maintain safe and efficient work areas in a busy construction environment.

Working as part of a skilled team on the Sizewell C project requires reliability and a positive attitude. The project emphasises safety and efficiency, and you will collaborate with experienced operatives and supervisors to meet project milestones.

The Sizewell C Jobs Service aims to support local people into long-term careers beyond this single role. There may be opportunities to develop skills and progress within the project structure over time.

Requirements

  • Valid CSCS Card
  • CPCS Card (general)
  • Previous experience in this role or similar
  • Good work ethic and positive attitude
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Good punctuality and reliability
  • Right to work in the UK
  • CPCS Excavator or Roller certification (desirable)

Responsibilities

  • Assisting general civil works and groundworks
  • Supporting site teams with day-to-day operations
  • Ensuring work areas are maintained safely and efficiently
  • Operating construction plant machinery such as excavators or rollers when required (if CPCS certified)
  • Maintaining a clean and organised work environment
  • Adhering to all health and safety regulations on site
  • Supporting material handling and site logistics as needed

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on a major national infrastructure project (Sizewell C)
  • Support for local people into long-term careers through the Sizewell C Jobs Service
  • Equal opportunity employment with no discrimination on grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation