Precast Setup Technician

Since its formation in 1978, Moore Concrete Products Ltd has developed into a world class, quality focused, precast concrete manufacturer based outside Ballymena. The company is customer focus led, ensuring the continued evolution of our extensive product range, designed to meet the requirements of civil infrastructure, agriculture and building customers across the UK and Ireland.

We are currently recruiting for Precast Setup Technicians to join our growing Production team on a permanent basis. The purpose of this role is to operate as part of our expanding team in the production of precast concrete products in accordance with Company standards and targets, adhering to the daily production plan e.g., preparing moulds, pouring concrete, producing all planned products, carrying out tasks effectively and meeting health and safety standards.

As part of our growing team, you will be contributing to the construction Industry and also award-winning Coastal Protection, Road and Rail projects across the UK and Ireland.

Hours of work:

Hours will be variable between 32-48 hours per week as needed. Standard hours of work will be Monday – Friday 06:00am – 15:00pm, 07:00 – 16:00pm or 08:00am – 17:00pm, however flexibility to work overtime and/or Saturdays as necessary is essential.

Job responsibilities:

• To comply with the SHEQ Safety, Health, Environment and Quality management system.
• To participate in all aspects of the Operational Excellence approach.
• To read drawings and plans accurately and relay correct information.
• Attention to detail within drawings and plans.
• To setup precast units including moulds, positions for reinforcement, lifters, and to achieve specified concrete finishes.
• Liaise with the Technical Department to resolve any issues.
• To maintain adherence to the daily production plan e.g., moulds prepared, all planned products produced, tasks being carried out efficiently etc.
• To participate in any training as agreed per the plan.
• To communicate daily with the Team Leader on progress.
• To complete all daily required production records e.g., Timesheets.
• To achieve an acceptable level of housekeeping.
• To participate in continue improvement and problem-solving initiative.
• Ability to work flexibly within the Production department and work within any area required.

Essential Criteria:

• NVQ Level 3 in Construction or similar.
• And/or 3 years’ experience in reading drawings and pour setups..
• Work experience in construction or civil engineering related projects.
• The ability to read technical/construction drawings.
• Understanding of Health & Safety at work.
• Good Communication and teamwork experience.
• Willing to clean and maintain work area.
• An understanding of both written and spoken English.

Desirable Criteria:

(The following skills would be an advantage)

• Experience with hand/air and power tools.
• Counterbalance forklift licence or overhead crane licence.
• CSR / First Aid / Fire Warden Training.

Company Benefits:

Closing date for applications: 31st August 2023 @5pm
Please visit our website www.moore-concrete.com/career to apply for this vacancy
Moore Concrete is an Investors in People Company and Equal Opportunities Employer