Skilled Construction Labourer / Joiner – near Lochgilphead & Tarbert
HIJOBS - Lochgilphead
£39,500 to £51,500 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Skilled Labourer / Joiner to assist with multiple construction and renovation projects across the Kilberry Estate. Duties include joinery, general building works, repairs, installations and supporting other tradespeople. Applicants should be practical, competent with tools and capable of working independently as well as in a team. Location: Kilberry Estate, PA29 6YD (≈15 miles from Lochgilphead / Tarbert) Position: Skilled Labourer / Joiner Hours: Full-time / Part-time (to be agreed) Salary (dependent on experience): £39,500–£51,500 per year / £17–£22 per hour 📍ABOUT THE ROLE: We are looking for a reliable, experienced and practical Skilled Labourer / Joiner to assist with ongoing construction and renovation projects at the Kilberry Estate. The role involves undertaking general joinery, building repairs, installations and a variety of skilled construction tasks. Work will be varied, taking place across historic buildings, residential properties and other developments within the Estate. The ideal candidate will be confident working independently, have good practical skills and be willing to assist with general construction activities beyond their primary trade. ⚒️ KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Carry out general joinery and carpentry, including first and second fix work. Install and repair doors, windows, flooring, skirting, architraves and other timber components. Assist with structural timberwork, stud partitions, framing and roofing. Undertake general building repairs, maintenance and refurbishment works. Assist with demolition, strip-out, site preparation and basic groundwork. Measure, cut, assemble and install materials accurately. Read and work from basic construction drawings and specifications. Use hand and power tools safely and competently. Work alongside builders, electricians, plumbers and other tradespeople. Identify materials and equipment required for upcoming work. Maintain clean, organised and safe working areas. Support other practical construction and estate maintenance tasks as required. 🤝 WHAT WE OFFER: Varied and interesting work across a range of construction and restoration projects. Opportunities to work on historic buildings and traditional properties. A supportive, small-team working environment. Opportunities to develop additional construction and restoration skills. A scenic rural working location on the west coast of Scotland. Competitive pay dependent on experience. 📩 TO APPLY: Please send a CV or brief summary of your experience, availability and contact details.
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Work Experience Coordinator Construction x 3 FTE
Teaching Vacancies - London
PermanentFull time
What skills and experience we're looking for The Role: New City College is seeking 3 motivated and proactive individuals to join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of our Construction and Engineering students. This is an exciting opportunity to support learners in gaining meaningful industry experience, developing workplace-ready skills, and building the confidence they need to succeed in their careers. As our Work Experience and Employer Engagement Lead - Construction and Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in connecting education with industry. You will develop strong partnerships with local, regional, and national employers, creating a range of opportunities for students to gain valuable hands-on experience and insight into the sector. This varied role combines employer engagement, partnership development, and student support. You will have a direct impact on student success while helping employers connect with emerging talent. Key Responsibilities: In this rewarding role, you will: • Build and maintain strong relationships with employers to secure high-quality work experience placements and industry opportunities for students. • Engage with businesses through networking, outreach, and partnership development to expand and strengthen our employer network. • Coordinate and oversee the work experience programme, ensuring placements are meaningful, safe, and aligned with industry requirements. • Support students throughout their placement journey, helping them maximise their experience and achieve their career aspirations. • Work collaboratively with curriculum teams to embed employer engagement and industry experiences within the Construction and Engineering curriculum. • Monitor, evaluate, and continuously improve the effectiveness of work experience and employer engagement activities. • Promote industry collaboration through projects, guest speakers, careers events, mentoring opportunities, and other employer-led initiatives. Who You Are We are looking for someone who is committed to supporting young people in achieving their ambitions and progressing into successful careers. You will bring: • Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder engagement skills. • A proactive and solutions-focused approach. • The ability to build effective partnerships with a wide range of employers and external stakeholders. • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. • A commitment to delivering positive outcomes and meaningful experiences for students. • Experience in employer engagement, work experience coordination, recruitment, business development, education, or a related field would be advantageous. Most importantly, you will be motivated by making a positive difference and enjoy creating opportunities that connect students with employers and future career pathways. Why Join Us? At New City College, you will be part of a forward-thinking and ambitious organisation dedicated to transforming lives through education. This role offers the opportunity to build meaningful industry partnerships, support the next generation of Construction and Engineering professionals, and make a lasting impact on students' futures. If you are passionate about education, employer engagement, and creating opportunities that support student success, we would welcome your application. What the college offers its staff What We Offer: • Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff (TPS or LGPS) • Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube). • On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks. • Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting. • Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program. • Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel. For further information please contact Human Resources at recruitment@ncclondon.ac.uk. About New City College: New City College is proud to be an Ofsted Outstanding college, the largest in England to receive this top rating. With campuses across east London, south-west Essex, and two language schools, we are a sector leader in further education. Joining NCC means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality education and skills that benefit our students and communities. We offer industry-standard facilities, expert staff, and strong partnerships with leading organisations. Our focus on future-ready skills and technology ensures students are well-prepared for higher education or employment, and employers trust us for staff training and development. Following the merger of seven colleges, NCC has become one of the UK’s most influential FE providers, offering sixth form education, adult learning, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130 million, 20,000 students and 1,800 staff, we are a major force in the sector. We are proud of our inclusive, diverse community and have a zero-tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we look ahead, we remain committed to investing in our people and resources to provide an excellent, supportive learning environment that meets the needs of both students and employers. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. This does not prevent any other candidate with or without a protective characteristic from applying for our jobs. Commitment to safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to pre-employment checks, which may include an Enhanced DBS check (with a Children’s Barred List check), references, right to work, medical clearance, online searches, and other relevant suitability checks. Unsatisfactory checks may result in an offer being withdrawn. These roles are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, applicants will be required to disclose relevant criminal convictions and cautions in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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Senior Standards Verifier - iBTEC - Construction - Fully Remote
Pearson - London
PermanentFull time
International BTEC Senior Standards Verifier for Construction An International BTEC Senior Standards Verifier (SSV) will be the responsible expert in terms of specification interpretation and verifier standardisation for a range of programmes within a Principal Sector Area (PSA) across QCF, NQF and SRF areas. To monitor assessment and internal verification for a range of programmes within a Principal Subject Area (PSA) in order to report on national standards across centres internationally. Responsibilities: • Sample assessment and internal verification decisions in order to report that standards are appropriate • Hold subject-specific responsibility for assessment advice and standards • Offer specialist advice and support to centres and International Subject Verifiers (ISV) in relation to the content and interpretation of specifications and assessment, and verification outcomes • Act as a senior point of escalation across the quality assurance process for all allocated supervisors/Standard Verifiers. • Provide sampling-related support and development • Review ISV reports to comment on the maintenance of standard • Identify and escalate issues of adverse standards • Undertake a proactive role in maintaining standard • Oversee and lead the standardisation meeting, where required • Develop the content for the training and standardisation, where required • Lead and deliver training events to centres and ISVs, where required • Performance Manage a range of Team Leaders across the PSA providing advice and guidance where applicable, as well as carrying out formative feedback on each, as required, throughout the year. You will also be required to complete a Summative report for each TL in your team and grade them on their performance. Alongside this you will support your team of TLs as they monitor and manage their teams • Report back to Pearson in a timely manner, and within service-level agreement • Represent Pearson • Undertake any other duties appropriate to the work of International BTEC Assessment in relation to this role Experience/qualifications: • Substantial recent experience of internal verification of qualifications within the sector • Significant experience in delivering and assessing relevant vocational qualifications • You will have an appropriate degree or vocational qualification • You will be a qualified teacher / assessor with experience of teaching the relevant subject and level(s) • You will have up-to-date sector expertise and/or occupational experience relevant to the sector area. • You will maintain your sector knowledge and competence through appropriate continuous professional development (CPD). • You will have experience of standards verification or quality assurance activity in relevant qualifications. Experience of working with international qualifications or centres would be an advantage. It is also anticipated that you will take international allocations within the relevant sector. You will have robust assessment experience and will have been at least a Team Leader or similar in a relevant qualification • Be an A Grade Associate (from Performance Management monitoring) • You will have experience of managing people Competencies required:• Detailed knowledge of the specifications that comprise the area of expertise for the role • Excellent report writing skills • Ability to edit materials to ensure they are grammatically correct and fit for purpose • Excellent communication, written, verbal, IT and interpersonal • Ability to understand the implications of decisions taken on Pearson's behalf and not to operate outside the sphere of responsibility defined within this job • Demonstrable people management skills Additionalinformation:• Have personal IT equipment capable of running Pearson required • Have a suitable internet • Have a personal and secure email • Declare any conflicts of interest that could impact on therole • Have availability of up to 20 days, dependent upon the requirements and workload for the sector per year • Abide by the terms of conditions as stated in the contract for work
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Work Experience Co-Ordinator Construction x 3 FTE
eTeach UK Limited - London, Greater London
£36,400-£38,500 per annum
On-sitePermanentFull time
The Role:New City College is seeking 3 motivated and proactive individuals to join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of our Construction and Engineering students. This is an exciting opportunity to support learners in gaining meaningful industry experience, developing workplace-ready skills, and building the confidence they need to succeed in their careers.As our Work Experience and Employer Engagement Lead - Construction and Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in connecting education with industry. You will develop strong partnerships with local, regional, and national employers, creating a range of opportunities for students to gain valuable hands-on experience and insight into the sector.This varied role combines employer engagement, partnership development, and student support. You will have a direct impact on student success while helping employers connect with emerging talent.Key Responsibilities:In this rewarding role, you will:• Build and maintain strong relationships with employers to secure high-quality work experience placements and industry opportunities for students.• Engage with businesses through networking, outreach, and partnership development to expand and strengthen our employer network.• Coordinate and oversee the work experience programme, ensuring placements are meaningful, safe, and aligned with industry requirements.• Support students throughout their placement journey, helping them maximise their experience and achieve their career aspirations.• Work collaboratively with curriculum teams to embed employer engagement and industry experiences within the Construction and Engineering curriculum.• Monitor, evaluate, and continuously improve the effectiveness of work experience and employer engagement activities.• Promote industry collaboration through projects, guest speakers, careers events, mentoring opportunities, and other employer-led initiatives.Who You AreWe are looking for someone who is committed to supporting young people in achieving their ambitions and progressing into successful careers.You will bring:• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder engagement skills.• A proactive and solutions-focused approach.• The ability to build effective partnerships with a wide range of employers and external stakeholders.• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.• A commitment to delivering positive outcomes and meaningful experiences for students.• Experience in employer engagement, work experience coordination, recruitment, business development, education, or a related field would be advantageous.Most importantly, you will be motivated by making a positive difference and enjoy creating opportunities that connect students with employers and future career pathways.Why Join Us?At New City College, you will be part of a forward-thinking and ambitious organisation dedicated to transforming lives through education. This role offers the opportunity to build meaningful industry partnerships, support the next generation of Construction and Engineering professionals, and make a lasting impact on students' futures.If you are passionate about education, employer engagement, and creating opportunities that support student success, we would welcome your application.What We Offer:• Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff (TPS or LGPS)• Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).• On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.• Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting.• Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program.• Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.About New City College:New City College is proud to be an Ofsted Outstanding college, the largest in England to receive this top rating. With campuses across east London, south-west Essex, and two language schools, we are a sector leader in further education.Joining NCC means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality education and skills that benefit our students and communities. We offer industry-standard facilities, expert staff, and strong partnerships with leading organisations. Our focus on future-ready skills and technology ensures students are well-prepared for higher education or employment, and employers trust us for staff training and development.Following the merger of seven colleges, NCC has become one of the UK’s most influential FE providers, offering sixth form education, adult learning, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130 million, 20,000 students and 1,800 staff, we are a major force in the sector.We are proud of our inclusive, diverse community and have a zero-tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we look ahead, we remain committed to investing in our people and resources to provide an excellent, supportive learning environment that meets the needs of both students and employers.We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. This does not prevent any other candidate with or without a protective characteristic from applying for our jobs.As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, along with a check of the Children’s Barred List if engaged in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove unsatisfactory. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. Failure to make a full disclosure or to provide sight of your DBS certificate may result in the withdrawal of your offer of employment. The College's DBS policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available upon request.
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Assistant Director – Social Housing Assets, Repairs, Maintenance & Construction
Triumph Consultants Ltd - Tyne and Wear
£950 to £950 a day
TemporaryFull time
What's involved with this role: Job Title: Interim Assistant Director – Social Housing Assets, Repairs, Maintenance & Construction Location: North East (Hybrid) Sector: Local Government / Social Housing Ref: 8190 Rate: £800 - £950 per day PAYE (flexible holiday pay options) Contract: Temporary, 6 months Working Pattern: Full-time Hybrid Working: Yes The Role We are supporting a major public sector organisation seeking an exceptional senior leader to take strategic responsibility for housing assets, repairs, maintenance, building safety, construction and capital investment. This high-impact role will shape long-term asset management, sustainability and compliance strategies that maximise the performance, value and lifespan of a large social housing portfolio. You will lead integrated services across the full asset lifecycle—covering acquisition, maintenance, compliance, investment, regeneration, redevelopment and disposal—ensuring assets are safe, compliant, sustainable and financially resilient. You will provide strategic leadership for smart, data-driven asset planning, ensuring investment decisions balance risk, cost, quality, compliance, resident outcomes and long-term financial viability. Key Responsibilities Lead strategic housing asset management, developing long-term investment, lifecycle and optimisation strategies informed by robust stock condition data and asset intelligence. Provide integrated leadership across housing assets, repairs, maintenance, construction, building safety and capital delivery, ensuring efficient, consistent and resident-focused services. Drive transformation of repairs and maintenance services, shifting from reactive to predictive and preventative models that improve satisfaction, productivity and value for money. Act as senior lead for building safety and compliance, maintaining strong assurance frameworks across fire, gas, electrical, water hygiene, asbestos, lifts, damp/mould and Building Safety Act requirements. Oversee major works, capital programmes, refurbishment, retrofit and regeneration-related construction activity, ensuring safe, timely and high-quality delivery. Lead strategic procurement, commissioning and commercial governance across the housing asset supply chain, strengthening accountability, contract performance and value for money. Champion sustainability and decarbonisation programmes, supporting net zero ambitions, energy efficiency improvements and climate resilience. Provide expert strategic advice to senior leaders and elected members, influencing corporate policy, cross-council programmes and long-term investment decisions. You Will Need (Essential Requirements) Significant senior leadership experience within housing assets, social housing, property, construction, repairs, maintenance or asset management. Proven experience leading large multidisciplinary services and major organisational transformation programmes. Strong knowledge of housing legislation, regulation, building safety and compliance frameworks. Ability to translate complex asset, financial and regulatory information into strategic investment decisions. Excellent influencing, partnership-building and communication skills, with experience operating in political environments. Desirable Experience Experience of predictive asset management and data-driven investment planning. Knowledge of sustainability, retrofit and decarbonisation programmes. Professional qualifications such as MRICS, MCIOB or CIH. Experience overseeing major contracts, commissioning models and strategic procurement. Strong commercial acumen with experience managing substantial capital and revenue budgets. How to Apply If you meet the essential criteria, please send your CV, rate expectation (in line with the above) and confirmation of Right to Represent confirmation to: toni.coates@tclrec.com Please quote the Job Title & Vacancy Reference No. in your application, or we will be unable to match your CV to the role being applied for. 1 Job Ref: 5307910 Anticipated Length of Assignment: Unless otherwise stated (we do carry the occasional permanent vacancy) all of our roles are technically temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent. Please do try to resist contacting us with requests for progress updates. We really do read every CV sent to us. All applications will be acknowledged by a human, not a robot, provided the job remains live and provided your CV meets the “Essential Requirements” listed. Please note that we do our level best to take down ads as soon as roles have been filled. We are not in the business of harvesting CVs. Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary.
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Project Coordinator - Construction/Development (1 Day p/w)
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Langholm, Dumfries & Galloway
£123 to £123 a year
TemporaryFull time
Freelance Project Coordinator - Property Development & RegenerationLocation: LangholmContract: Initial 12 months, with potential to extendCommitment: 1-2 days per week (semi remote - on site occasionally)Rate: Competitive day rate An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Coordinator / Project Manager to support the development and delivery of a varied portfolio of property, construction and regeneration projects based in Langholm.This is a particularly interesting opportunity for someone from a construction, property development or built environment background who has experience managing projects within the public, community or third sector.The role will involve working across a diverse programme of small to medium-sized developments, including commercial and retail units, sports and community facilities, refurbishment schemes and the restoration of historic buildings.You will provide project management and coordination across the full project lifecycle, working with a range of internal and external stakeholders to help take projects from initial concept, business case and funding through to procurement, construction and successful delivery.Key Responsibilities Coordinate and support the delivery of multiple property development, refurbishment, restoration and construction projects. Manage projects from early feasibility and planning stages through to procurement, construction and completion. Develop and maintain project programmes, ensuring key milestones, actions and deliverables are effectively monitored. Coordinate consultants, contractors and other professional teams involved in project delivery. Lead and support stakeholder and community engagement, working effectively with local organisations, community groups, public-sector partners and other interested parties. Support the development of business cases, funding applications, grant submissions and project bids. Ensure appropriate project governance, reporting and documentation is maintained throughout each project. Monitor project budgets, risks, timescales and delivery priorities, escalating issues where required. Assist with procurement exercises, tender documentation and contractor appointments where appropriate. Provide clear progress updates and reports to stakeholders, boards, committees and funding partners. Ensure projects are delivered with appropriate consideration for quality, value for money and long-term community benefit. The CandidateWe are looking for an experienced property or construction professional who is comfortable operating across both the technical delivery and stakeholder-facing aspects of development projects.You are likely to have: A professional background within construction, property development, surveying, project management or a related built environment discipline. Demonstrable experience coordinating or managing refurbishment, development or construction projects. Experience working within, or alongside, public-sector, community or regeneration organisations. Strong understanding of project governance, including reporting, risk management and maintaining appropriate project documentation. Previous involvement in funding applications, bids, grant funding or business case development. Strong stakeholder management and community engagement experience. Experience coordinating contractors, consultants and multidisciplinary professional teams. The ability to manage several projects simultaneously, each potentially at a different stage of development. Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the confidence to work with stakeholders at operational, community and senior level. The OpportunityThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager, Development Manager, Building Surveyor, Construction Project Manager or Property Development professional looking for a flexible consultancy-style assignment.The position is offered on an initial 12-month basis, with the possibility of continuing beyond the initial term as the wider programme develops.With a requirement of approximately 1-2 days per week (some site days/some wfh days), the role could work particularly well for an experienced consultant, freelancer or senior property professional looking to add a meaningful long-term project to their existing portfolio.A strong day rate is available, dependent on experience. If you are interested in hearing more about this vacancy, please forward me a CV and i will be in touch. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Associate Lecturer in Commercial Courses – Health and Safety in a Construction Environment (Bank)
Chichester College Group - Chichester
£27.12 - £42.28 per hour
On-siteTemporaryPart time
Associate Lecturer in Commercial Courses - Health and Safety in a Construction Environment (Bank) 129405 We have an exciting opportunity for specialist in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment to work within our dedicated Commercial Services team to deliver the Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment course to our adult Commercial customers. As our Associate Lecturer in Commercial Courses - Health and Safety in a Construction Environment, you will: • Deliver the Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment. • Work collaboratively and innovatively with managers and colleagues to design, develop, manage and review the curriculum programme. • To ensure that delegate needs are met in a responsive way, in line with the concept of inclusive learning What we can offer you in this role: • Choose assignments that fit your availability. • Enjoy the freedom to balance assignments with your other commitments such as a main job, family responsibilities or university studies. • The opportunity to help develop skills within the local community. What you will bring to the role: • The ability to creatively adapt teaching and learning activities to suit different learning styles and abilities. • Strong communication and organisational skills, with a commitment to supporting delegate success. • An understanding of safeguarding and inclusive learning practices. Our Staff Benefits - see attached job pack for further information. • Teachers’ Pension Scheme, with the Group contributing 28.68% of your actual pensionable pay. • Access to a range of discount schemes including shopping, restaurants, gym, travel, cinema and onsite facilities. • Employee Assistance Programme. • Continuous professional development opportunities. For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Catherine Gregory (Commercial Team Leader) at cgregory@crawley.ac.uk There are no guaranteed minimum hours of work for this role. For further information, please see the terms and conditions page of the job description.
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Construction Materials Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3) - Arrow Test Limited
Tiro Training Ltd - Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
£20,800 to £22,880 a year
On-siteApprenticeshipFull time
Arrow Test Limited is a specialist construction materials testing company providing laboratory and on-site testing services to the highways and civil engineering industries. We work with major contractors on infrastructure projects, testing materials such as asphalt, aggregates and concrete to ensure they meet the required specifications and quality standards. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team as an Apprentice Construction Materials Technician, combining practical workplace experience with a Level 3 apprenticeship qualification.
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