Construction Operative – Digital Installations (St Helens)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Construction Operative to join our St Helens team, installing and maintaining digital advertising units and bus shelters across the North West. The role involves groundworks, fitting new equipment and learning to operate an HGV Class 2 vehicle.

Key responsibilities

• Work as part of a two‑person crew to break ground and install digital units and bus shelters.
• Transport units from the depot to sites using an HGV (training provided).
• Replace component‑level parts and perform routine maintenance on installed units.
• Ensure traffic management and site safety measures are in place before work begins.
• Follow CDM 2015 regulations, health‑and‑safety policies and site‑specific risk assessments.

Required profile

• Ability to work outdoors and at height using a step ladder.
• Willingness to travel to sites across the North West and occasional overnight stays.
• Full UK driving licence (≤3 points) and ability to commute to the St Helens depot.

Required skills

• CPCS Slinger certification
• Competency in CAT operation
• NRSWA Operative accreditation
• Excavation and sub‑structure knowledge
• Understanding of RAMS
• HGV Class 2 driving (training provided)

What we offer

• Salary of £35,900 per annum, increasing after HGV qualification.
• Annual bonus and 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.
• Fully expensed tools, PPE and training opportunities.
• Overnight accommodation and reasonable expenses for out‑of‑area work.