Leiths

We currently have a vacancy for a Weighbridge Operative.  This role will be primarily based at Parkmore Quarry, Dufftown however there may be the requirement for occasional travel to our other sites to cover for sickness and holidays.

The main duties of the role are to carry out routine weighbridge operations and associated administrative duties.  Good organisational and communication skills are essential in this role as is previous administration experience.

We are currently recruiting for IPV Operative

Duties will include:

Install and remove lane closures on high speed dual carriageways

Install and remove contraflow systems on high speed dual carriageways

Installing and removing temporary traffic signal systems/road lane closures/diversion signing and contra flow systems urban and rural areas

Carrying out convoy traffic management systems

Installing and removing vehicle and pedestrian barriers

General maintenance duties of traffic management set ups

Mobile lane closures and hard shoulder cover

You should be fully qualified, have demonstrable previous experience and be flexible with regards to working hours; the successful candidates will be rewarded with good rates of pay.

We are currently seeking to recruit Skilled Operatives for our Civil Engineering & Surfacing Division. These roles can be based out of either Rigifa, Aberdeen or New Forres, but you will be required to work throughout the North East of Scotland.

The main duties will include general hard landscaping works such as foundations, kerbing, slabbing, drainage, ducts and excavations.

The ideal candidate will hold a CSCS / CPCS card, have previous experience in a similar role, be hardworking, reliable and a good team player.

We are currently seeking to recruit a Civils Foreman for our Civil Engineering & Surfacing Division.  The role can be based out of either Rigifa, Aberdeen or New Forres but you will be required to work throughout the North East of Scotland.

You must have previous experience in drainage, earthworks, hard landscaping and general road construction.

Candidates will hold a current driving license and CSCS/CPCS card. It would be advantageous if candidates possess SSSTS qualification and first aid certification, however, this is not mandatory as training will be given.

You will be comfortable working as a team leader with a drive to maintain high quality standards and achieve set goals.  Attention to detail along with a focus on Health & Safety is vital for this role.

Particular consideration will be given to candidates applying for the role bringing with them an established squad of skilled operatives.

We are currently seeking to recruit a Contracts Manager within our Civil Engineering Division to be based at our New Forres Quarry. It is an exciting opportunity for the chosen candidate to join and grow with an innovative, successful and forward-thinking business. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager of the business, this role will be responsible for the running of the civils contracts side of the business, providing management and knowledge to our projects and client relationships.

The Candidate

Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and man management skills

Responsible & reliable

Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail

Flexible and a team player

Desired qualifications/experience

Relevant Industry qualifications and experience in civils

CSCS Contract Manager card

Current SMSS qualification

Competent in computer literacy

High level of Health & Safety awareness

Full UK driving licence

Role & responsibilities

Overall responsibility for the operational side of the civils division, including estimating, site visits, managing and organising contracts, programming and business development.

To take full responsibility for the required standards of Health & Safety and quality control of the contracts and sites. This will include the preparation of Health & Safety plans, risk assessments and COSHH assessments.

To financially manage all aspects of the contracts from the estimating through to final P&L analysis to ensure performance and margin is maximised.

Ability to maintain and improve effective working relationships with colleagues, clients, customers and work as part of a team.

Always represent Leiths professionally in both personal appearance and conduct.

Effectively manage all site managers and the timely ordering of materials to ensure maximum productivity.

Ensure sites are safe and that all operatives and sub-contractors are working safely and complying with Leiths H&S initiatives.

The successful applicant will be required to commence at the earliest opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a JCB 2CX Operative for a period of 6 months.

You will be based at Cumbernald, Glasgow but will be required to work at various sites which may require overnight stays.  

The successful candidate should be experienced at operating a Streetmaster 2CX, hold a current CSCS card qualification and a full driving licence. 

We are currently looking to recruit a Relief Concrete & Asphalt Plant Operative, the role will be based at Midlairgs Quarry, Inverness but you will be required to cover sites in the North Area.

You will be responsible for carrying out concrete batching, asphalt production and carrying out routine maintenance works.

Ideally you will have industry related experience and a sound working knowledge of concrete and asphalt plant operations and general maintenance activities.

Good communication skills are essential for this role.  We are looking for someone who is a versatile, flexible and an accommodating worker who has a clean driving licence. 

The successful applicant will be required to commence at the earliest opportunity

We are currently looking to recruit an Apprentice Fabricator Welder to join our busy Engineering Workshop based at Rigifa, Cove.

During the 4-year term of apprenticeship you will be involved in learning how to use different welding and fabricating techniques to carry out the safe and efficient repairs, maintenance, fabrication, welding and installation works on our heavy plant and equipment in both workshop and off site environments, ensuring that works are being carried out in accordance with Company H&S procedures at all times.

This position is full time and combines the opportunity of paid work with both an on the job and a formal training programme, where attendance at college on a day release basis will be included and assessment of skills will take place via visits from the college assessor.

The ideal candidate must;

* Be prepared to work as part of a team

* Be able to work in a dirty and busy environment to meet deadlines

* Have excellent attention to detail as you will be required to read and understand drawings

* Have an interest in engineering and be willing to learn

* Be hard working, self-motivated, honest and trustworthy

The successful candidate will be rewarded with an hourly rate in excess of the current National Minimum Wage for Apprentices and 28 days’ annual leave.

We are currently looking to recruit a Fleet Workshop Foreman for our Workshop at Rigifa, Cove.

You will be responsible for supervising and carrying out the safe and efficient repairs and maintenance of our extensive fleet of HGV’s and LGV’s within the workshop and off site environments. The workshop must be run safely with professional standards of work achieved and maintained at all times.

Previous experience in a similar supervisory role is preferred; the ideal candidate would be hardworking, reliable and be able to promote a good team working philosophy.

The successful applicant will be required to commence at the earliest opportunity. 

We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Quarry Manager at our Midlairgs Quarry.

Reporting to the Quarry Manager, you will be responsible under Section 8 of the Quarries Regulations 1999 for the safe and efficient management of our Midlairgs Quarry.

You will need to demonstrate a strong commitment to Health, Safety and Environmental management and possess the necessary competence and leadership skills to promote a positive team based culture.

Previous experience in a similar role is essential. The ideal candidate will have a sound working knowledge of quarry operations, as well as general maintenance activities. A flexible approach to work and good communication skills are also essential for this role and you would ideally hold or be working towards a SHE NVQ Level 3.

You must also hold a current UK driving licence and would ideally be available to commence employment at the earliest opportunity.

We are currently seeking to recruit an HGV Driver for our Torrin Quarry, Skye.

The post requires to be filled by someone who is a versatile, flexible and a willing worker who has knowledge of the local area.

You will require a sound understanding of the EU rules on drivers hours and be fully conversant with tachograph use.

A Class 2 licence is essential.

The successful applicant will be required to commence at the earliest opportunity.

We are currently looking to recruit a Mill House Operative based at Highland Lime, Fort William.

You will be required to carry out milled limestone production operations and routine maintenance in accordance with the Company’s Health, Safety and Environmental Policies.

The successful candidate should hold a clean driving licence, be versatile and flexible to meet the needs of this challenging role.

Previous experience would be preferred however training will be given to candidates who can demonstrate the necessary skills and aptitudes.

The successful applicant will be required to commence at the earliest opportunity.  

We are currently looking to recruit a Plant Operative to be based at Torrin Quarry, Skye.

You will be required to carry out routine quarry operations ensuring the Company’s Health, Safety and Environmental policies are adhered to at all times.

The post requires a current MPQC skills card and ideally you will have industry related experience, knowledge of quarrying operations and experience of operating fixed and mobile plant and machinery.

We are looking for someone who is a versatile, flexible and accommodating worker who has a clean driving licence.

The successful applicant will be required to commence at the earliest opportunity. 

We are currently seeking to recruit 2 Fabricator Welders for maintenance and repairs within our Workshop in Cove. 

You will be required to maintain our wide range of plant and fleet equipment.  The role requires an individual with extensive all round experience and in particular experience in bucket and crusher repairs. 

The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified welder with demonstrable experience as a fabricator working within the Quarrying industry.

You will be a team player who can also work alone or in a team in order to meet the demands of this busy fleet and plant maintenance division.  A current driving licence is essential as you will be required to travel to offsite environments.

We are currently seeking to recruit a Plant Workshop Foreman for our Workshop at Rigifa, Cove.

You will be required to supervise our team of workshop fitters ensuring the cost effective and efficient maintenance and repair of our wide range of plant and fleet equipment ensuring the Company’s Health, Safety and Environmental policies are adhered to at all times.

You will also be responsible for ensuring accurate completion and timely submission of paperwork to include job sheets and employee timesheets.

Previous experience in a similar supervisory role is preferred; the ideal candidate would be hardworking, reliable and be able to promote a good team working philosophy.   

An opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated, experienced Site Engineer to join our busy team working in the Civil Engineering and Surfacing Division based at our Headquarters in Aberdeen.

Main Duties:

Setting out using total stations, GPS equipment, and to be able to undertake traditional setting out using profiles, batter rail and pegs along with as built surveys.

Read and review construction drawings

Undertake basic take-off’s

Raising technical queries with designers and other members of the client team

Have a good commercial understanding.

Carry out relevant inspections and testing to ensure conformance of the works with the design and specification

Ensure all work complies with quality, safety and environmental policies and the requirements of the company procedures.

We are seeking a proactive problem solver, a confident communicator, with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of other professionals.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience of earthworks, drainage, highways, and some experience of reinforced concrete structures. Must also have a CSCS card in the appropriate discipline and ideally hold a CITB SMSTS/ SSSTS qualification.

A First Aid at Work qualification would also be desirable.

We are currently looking to recruit a Fleet Trainer based at Rigifa, Cove. 

You will be required to assess new and existing drivers, and provide training where needs are identified ensuring professional standards of driving are achieved and maintained at all times to help our fleet run safely, legally and efficiently, whilst in compliance with all relevant legislation. 

You will also be required to carry out vocational training, accident investigation, assess risks and compile Safe Systems of Work relating to vehicle driving and operation.

We are looking for someone who is a versatile, flexible and accommodating worker who has a clean driving licence. Good communication skills are essential as is previous experience in a similar role.

The successful applicant will be required to commence at the earliest opportunity

We are currently recruiting a Senior Technician to join our Technical team based in the Highlands of Scotland.  This is an exciting position for an experienced Technician to participate in the success of one of Scotland’s largest privately-owned quarrying and civil engineering businesses.

The skills and experience required for this position are:

Fully knowledgeable in UKAS and related British Test Standards

Extensive experience in construction materials and related inspections and testing

Project experience with monitoring of supply, placement and compaction of aggregates, bituminous mixtures and concrete

Experience in reporting of results and writing of Technical Reports

Can do attitude

Self-motivated with a hands-on approach to work

Strong and flexible work ethic

Excellent attention to detail

Good analytical skills

Good communication skills

Professionalism in dealing with customers and colleagues

Valid drivers licence

We are currently looking to recruit a Planer Operative/Level Man, this position can be based from Cumbernauld or Aberdeen with work being carried out at various sites across the North East of Scotland.

You will be responsible for carrying out planing operations in a safe manner ensuring contract requirements are met. 

The ideal candidate should have previous experience and sound knowledge of the machine and hold a CSCS card or similar.

Applicants must be able to use their own initiative and be self-motivated as you will often be unsupervised.

If you feel you have the right skills & qualities to take on this role please contact Scott Darling, Planing Director at Markon on 01236 875134

We are currently look to recruit a Quarry Fitter to be based at Highland Lime, Fort William.

You will be required to carry out routine repairs, maintenance, fabrication and installation works on our wide range of quarry plant and equipment which includes crushing and screening, sand and gravel washing, milling and ready mix concrete. In addition a sound knowledge of mobile plant would be advantageous.

All works must be carried out in a safe and efficient manner ensuring the Company’s Health, Safety and Environmental policies are adhered to at all times. Essentially you will be a team player who can also work alone in order to meet the demands of this busy site.

You must hold a current driving licence as you will be required to travel to our other sites as and when required.

Previous experience in a similar role would be desirable. 

We are currently seeking to recruit a Concrete Finisher for our Lochton Pre-Cast Division.

You will be responsible for the safe and efficient production of Concrete Products. Duties will include operating Pan Mixers, Filling Moulds and Finishing Products to the required standards.

Previous experience in a similar role would be preferred however training will be given.

The ideal candidate would be hardworking, reliable and a good team player.