Introduction & Key Role Objectives

WJ Groundwater is the leading construction dewatering and groundwater specialist in the UK with operations in Canada, the Middle East, Poland & the Philippines. We have specialized plant and equipment that allows us to install custom dewatering systems in various environments including from within tunnels and shafts and from the surface.

Yard operations are an essential part of our business and are pivotal in enabling WJ Canada's ability to execute projects on time and on budget. The principal function of this role is to provide support to yard operations and perform general labour duties.

Reports to Yard Supervisor

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Clean, disassemble and sort fittings.
• Load, unload, move material by hand or by using material handling equipment (i.e. skid steer, telehandler, forklift, etc.)
• Handle, count, sort, stack, pack, and unpack materials and assets as part of the material handling work.
• Clean and refurbish machinery, pumps, tanks, etc.
• Ensure work areas are kept clean and trash and recycle is properly disposed of as needed.
• Complete daily paperwork, logs and inspection sheets as required.
• Fabrication of assemblies as preparation for site work.
• Assist with other tasks associated with yard organization. Support other colleagues such as Pump Technicians, Rig Mechanics, Water Systems Technician, Yard Supervisor in accomplishing their tasks.
• Be responsible for own health and safety and that of colleagues, in accordance with current construction guidance and relevant legislation.

The above is not exhaustive and you will be expected to undertake any other duties that may reasonably fall within the level of responsibility and competence.

Qualifications & Experience

• A motivated and hardworking individual with good verbal communication skills is essential.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Labourer in construction industry in a variety of circumstances in a range of equipment.
• The ability to work without supervision and independently solve problems.
• 1 year of plumbing, piping or similar experience.
• The ability to lift and manually handle heavy loads.
• Knowledge of basic MS Excel functionalities is considered an asset.
• Experience and licensing for skidsteer operation is an essential requirement.
• Experience with power tools.
• Experience working in a mechanic workshop is considered an asset.
• Experience within a warehousing or logistics environment is considered an asset.

Working Conditions

The role is yard-based, you will be expected to visit our other sites as required.