Demolition Operatives

We are looking for Demolition Operatives of All Grades, to work on a site in Edinburgh. 

Are you an experienced demolition operative, or looking to start your career in demolition? Rhodar’s Demolition Division is expanding, and we’re searching for motivated, skilled, and safety-conscious individuals to join our dynamic team. We have opportunities for operatives of all grades to work on high-profile projects across Scotland, including in East Calder and Edinburgh.

Pay rate: £ Competitive rates and benefits based on experience and qualifications.

About the role

As part of the Rhodar team, you will be involved in a wide range of demolition activities, from soft strip works and deconstruction to full demolition and site clearance. Our projects are varied and offer you the opportunity to expand your skills and work with industry-leading equipment.

Role responsibilities

• Carrying out demolition works according to the method statement and safety procedures.
• Working collaboratively as part of a team on major demolition projects.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety standards at all times.
• Operating machinery such as excavators, skid steer loaders, and hand tools (for qualified operatives).
• Assisting with soft stripping, material removal, and waste management.
• Maintaining and handling equipment properly.

 About you 

• Previous experience in demolition or construction preferred (all grades welcome).
• Relevant CCDO (Certificate of Competence for Demolition Operatives) card preferred, but full training can be provided.
• Commitment to safety and following strict health & safety procedures.
• Ability to work at height and in confined spaces (training will be provided).
• Flexibility to work on various projects across the region.
• Full driving licence would be advantageous but not essential and willingness to travel to different sites across Scotland and potentially our UK based operations.

 About us

Rhodar is a leading specialist enabling works provider. We are a market leader in the asbestos removal, demolition, and land remediation industries. We have also recently added fire protection to our portfolio of services.

Supported by over 450 employees at 14 facilities nationwide, our highly trained teams are trusted by major corporations to offer a specialist enabling works solutions covering our core disciplines either individually or collectively across both public and private sectors.

The scale of our projects range from multi-million-pound regeneration works combining our 3 core specialisms to domestic support for insurance clients and housing associations.

 You can read more about the work we do at www.rhodar.co.uk, or you can view a video overview of our services at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Kj5kZYj-ho.

 Why Rhodar?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Opportunities to work on exciting projects across Scotland, from heritage building dismantling to large-scale structural demolition.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment that promotes teamwork and innovation.
• Full PPE and access to the latest equipment and machinery.
• Access to an employee assistance programme to support your health and wellbeing
• Excellent career progression and training opportunities
• Investors in People recognition – 2015, 2019 and 2022
• Access to mental health first aiders
• Eyecare vouchers

Our Values- In Pursuit of Excellence:

• Teamwork
• Positivity
• Quality
• Responsibility
• Professionalism
• Leadership
• Integrity

 We are committed to being the leaders in our sector and ensure that we develop our employees to reach their full potential. If you are interested in joining an ambitious forward-thinking business with great opportunities for career development, we would love to hear from you.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to reply to each individual applicant. If you do not hear from us within four weeks, then unfortunately your application has not been successful.

 We will keep your application on file for six months and we will consider you for future roles within the organisation during this time. Your information will be deleted after six-months. If you wish to be considered for roles after this point, then you will need to re-apply.

 The Lexia Solutions Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.