Pointing & Finishing Operative

5 months ago


NewcastleunderLyme, United Kingdom THORP PRECAST LIMITED Full time

**Role**: Pointing & Finishing Operative

**Job Type**: Full-time, Permanent

**Location**: Chesterton, Newcastle Under Lyme, ST5 6BN

**Working hours**: 8:00 - 16:30 Monday to Friday with two 30 min breaks. 40hrs a week. Overtime available during the week paid at 1.5T.

**Benefits**: Enhanced holidays through length of service, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Training and development opportunities, Performance & Christmas bonuses.

Immediate start available.

**Details**:
Thorp Precast are a forward thinking construction business with a passion for quality and innovation. We specialise in the design, manufacture and installation of bespoke architectural panels and structures.

Due to continued growth and investment we are looking to strengthen our site production team and therefore seeking Pointing and Finishing Operative. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking for a stable and varied position with an opportunity to gain or enhance skills within the building and construction industry.

**The job purpose is to**:

- Check all panels and components against agreed project quality standards to ensure any damaged / misplaced facings are replaced prior to joints being pointed.
- Remove all temporary joint fillers from the panel joints ensuring all joints are clean and free of any loose material / sand.
- Carry out any necessary replacement in line with the set procedure as confirmed by the Factory Manager. It is imperative that any replacements are securely bonded to the base panel and as such attention to detail on the correct procedures is critical.
- Mix the appropriate materials for the relevant mortar/grouting/pointing product to the particular manufacturer’s guidance and or instruction from the Factory Manager. Check the required finish / consistency against the project reference standards.
- Use the pointing machine where necessary and as directed in accord with the required joint detail.
- Make safe use of the scaffolding/scissor lift provided where appropriate for completion of the tasks.
- Ensure to clean pointing machine and all equipment thoroughly after each individual use / shift.
- Have practical skills
- Be willing to learn
- Be proactive and not be afraid to lead by example
- Be able to use measuring equipment and various hand and power tools
- Be able to multi-skill, be hardworking and have attention to details
- Be able to work well on their own and within a team
- Cooperate with the team and have a positive ‘can do’ attitude
- Adhere to all health and safety procedures

Previous experience would be a distinct advantage, but not essential.

Thorp Precast are committed to the selection, recruitment, and development of the people, basing judgments solely on suitability for the job.

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Newcastle-under-Lyme: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- What are you pay expectations?

Work Location: In person


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