We are currently recruiting for experienced Streetmasons / Streetmason Improvers to join a busy highways team working across Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in highway construction and maintenance who can work safely and effectively as part of a team, with opportunities to develop and progress their skills. The Role You will be responsible for carrying out a range of highway construction, maintenance and repair activities, including: Laying paving materials such as slabs, kerbs, blocks, concrete paving and natural stone to the required standards. Carrying out highway and drainage works, including roads, footpaths, drains and associated features. Working with bituminous and concrete materials. Undertaking general manual and labouring duties. Operating powered tools, minor plant and machinery. Carrying out Banksman duties, including supervising excavators and vehicles and following safe digging procedures. Establishing and maintaining safe working areas around traffic and pedestrians. Reading and following construction drawings, instructions and safe working procedures. Completing relevant paperwork, work records and timesheets. Liaising professionally with members of the public and other site personnel. Supporting and mentoring less experienced colleagues where required. Working outdoors in a variety of weather and site conditions. Supporting wider highway, drainage, traffic management and emergency works when required. Essential Requirements Experience working within the construction industry. Experience as a Streetmason or in a relevant highway construction role. Experience undertaking Banksman duties and supervising excavators/vehicles. Ability to lay paving products, including slabs, kerbs, blocks, concrete paving and natural stone. Good understanding of construction health
Skilled Streetmason / Streetmason Improver employer: Quest Employment
Quest Employment is an outstanding employer, offering Warehouse Operatives in Islip a stable work environment with fixed AM or PM shifts that ensure consistency in your schedule. With competitive pay rates, enhanced weekend overtime, and a supportive team culture, employees benefit from comprehensive training and clear career progression opportunities, all while enjoying excellent on-site facilities like a subsidised canteen and gym.
