Leiths

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 of heavy plant and equipment within workshops 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, normally 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.

To apply please contact our HR Department via email recruitment@leiths-group.co.uk.

We are currently recruiting for an HGV Driver (Tipper), to be based at our Parkmore Quarry, Dufftown.

This post requires to be filled by someone who is a versatile, flexible and willing worker, who has knowledge of the local area. This post will include the use of a Tipper, experience is preferable but training is available to the right candidate.

You will require a sound understanding of the EU rules on drivers hours and be fully conversant with digital tachograph use. A relevant and current Driver CPC card is required.

The successful candidate will be required to start at the earliest opportunity.

We are currently seeking to recruit a Mixer Driver based at Mid Lairgs, Daviot.

This post requires to be filled by someone who is a versatile, flexible and willing worker who has knowledge of the local area and ideally previous experience with concrete deliveries.

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

A Class 2 license is essential.

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

Markon Ltd, part of the Leiths Group are currently looking to recruit for a Divisional Manager for our Traffic Management Division, the role will be based from Cumbernauld, Glasgow.

Reporting directly to the Directors, you will be required to assist with the day-to-day management of the division ensuring a safe and effective service is delivered to our customers, whilst seeking to increase sales and develop the business further.

The successful candidate should have

• Prevous Experience in a similar role
• Outstanding Communication & Interpersonal Skills
• Team Management Skills
• Knowledge of H&S procedures
• Driving License

If you feel you have the right skills and qualities to take on this role, please contact our HR Department via email at recruitment@leiths-group.co.uk.

We are currently looking to recruit for a Contracts Manager for our Traffic Management Division, based at Cumbernauld, Glasgow. 

Reporting to the Divisional Manager you will be required to assist with the day-to-day management of the division ensuring a safe and effective service is delivered to our customers.

The successful candidate should have previous experience in a similar role, good communication skills as you will be required to seek sales for the division.

A current driving licence is essential for travelling to sites.

If you feel you have the right skills and qualities to take on this role, please contact Andrew Bustard at our Markon Office on 01236 875134 or via email recruitment@leiths-group.co.uk.

We are currently looking to recruit a Quarry Manager for our Torrin Quarry on the Isle of Skye.

You will be responsible for managing and controlling the Torrin Quarry in accordance with the Quarries Regulations 1999 and all other relevant Health and Safety / Environmental legislation with particular attention to standards of performance, conduct, productivity and discipline.

This role requires an individual who has strong leadership and communication skills that can effectively manage, train and develop the workforce whilst promoting a culture of health and safety excellence.

You will have a proven track record of achieving production targets, driving forward continuous improvements, and maximising process efficiencies at all levels.

Ideally you will hold a SHE NVQ Level 4 and have proven management experience to assist in leading our quarry teams.

We are currently recruiting for a Working Supervisor with our Signs division based at our Cumbernauld offices.

You will be responsible for assisting with the supervision of highway signs maintenance schemes in Scotland and North of England.

You will have experience in Highways Maintenance/civils at a supervisory level. You will hold a certificate in SMTS or SSSTS, NRSWA Supervisor Card, CSCS and a full UK driving license.

We are currently recruiting a Technician to join our Technical Services team working in the Inverness area with travel to and supporting of the Parkmore laboratory.   

This is an exciting opportunity to carry out construction materials testing under the mentorship of experienced Technicians in a UKAS accredited laboratory with one of Scotland’s largest privately-owned quarrying and civil engineering businesses.

 The skills and experience required for this role are: 

• Knowledge of British testing and related standards and specifications.
• Good attention to detail.
• Good verbal and written communication.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Highly conscientious and diligent.
• Self-motivated with a hands-on approach to work.
• Strong and flexible work ethic.
• Professionalism in dealing with customers and colleagues.
• Valid drivers licence.

We are currently recruiting for a Specialist Surfacing Operative based at our Cumbernauld offices to assist the chargehand in the preparation and installation of High Friction Surfacing on private and local authority contracts.

You will be responsible for maintaining the boilers, surface preparation, general housekeeping and any other duties required to assist the Chargehand.

You will complete an SVQ in High Friction Surfacing to ensure compliance with our BBA Installer’s certificate.

Ongoing training in the operational aspect of the role will be delivered by the Chargehand, including accurate completion of all paperwork in compliance with our BBA Installer’s certificate.

We are currently seeking to recruit a Plant Operative (Loading Shovel) to be based at Bluehill Quarry.

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.

This post requires a current MPQC skills card, you would ideally have industry related experience and knowledge of quarrying operations.   We are looking for someone who is a versatile, flexible and accommodating worker who has a clean driving license.

We are currently looking to recruit a Trainee Plant Operative for our Mid Lairgs Quarry.

You will be required to learn how to carry out asphalt production operations and routine maintenance works in accordance with the Quarries Regulations 1999.

We are looking for someone who is a hands’ on, versatile, flexible and accommodating worker who has a clean driving licence and able to operate a computer. No previous experience of asphalt production is necessary as training will be given to candidates who can demonstrate the necessary skills and aptitude to take on this challenging role. 

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

We are currently seeking to recruit a Fabricator Fitter / Welder to be based at our Workshop in Cove.

You will be required to carry out repairs, maintenance, fabrication, welding and installation works on our wide range of quarry plant including asphalt, concrete, aggregates and washing systems. In addition sound knowledge of mobile plant will 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.

Previous experience in a similar role and current driving license is essential as you will be required to travel to our other sites as and when required.

You must be a team player who can also work alone in order to meet the demands of this busy division.

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

We currently require Road Marking Chargehands to be based at our Cumbernauld, Glasgow premises.

Reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will be required to complete road marking projects to the contract specification and the client's satisfaction.

Previous experience in a similar role is preferred and a driving licence is required for the role.

We currently require Road Marking Operatives (2nd Man) based at our Cumbernauld, Glasgow premises.

Reporting to the Chargehand, you will be required to assist with setting out and applying road markings to various local authority and private contracts across Scotland.

Previous experience in a similar role is preferred and a driving licence is required for this role.

We are currently looking to recruit an Apprentice Fleet Mechanic to join our busy Workshop based at Parkmore, Dufftown.

During the 4-year term of apprenticeship you will be involved in working towards the safe and efficient repairs and maintenance of HGV and LGV’s within the workshop and offsite environments.

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 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

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 recruiting a Technician to join our Technical Service team based at our laboratory in Rigifa, Cove, Aberdeen.  Trainess will be considered for this role as training will be provided.

This is an exciting opportunity to carry out construction materials testing under the mentorship of experienced Technicians in a UKAS accredited laboratory with one of Scotland’s largest privately-owned quarrying and civil engineering businesses. 

The skills and experience required for this role are:

 Knowledge of British testing and related standards and specifications for concrete.

• Good attention to detail.
• Good verbal and written communication.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Highly conscientious and diligent.
• Self-motivated with a hands-on approach to work.
• Strong and flexible work ethic.
• Professionalism in dealing with customers and colleagues.
• Valid drivers licence.

In return you will receive 28 days annual leave, a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity for further external training and development.

We are currently looking to recruit a Fleet Mechanic to join our busy Workshop based at Cumbernauld, Glasgow.

This role requires someone who is versatile, flexible and willing worker with extensive knowledge and experience of a multi-purpose fleet which includes vans, HGVs and various Plant machines. 

A clean Class One (C+E) licence is essential.

The ideal candidate would be available to start at the earliest opportunity.

We are currently looking to recruit an HGV Tipper Driver to be based at Cumbernauld. 

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

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

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

Normal hours of work will be Monday – Friday, although it will be expected that some weekends are worked during our busy periods.

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

Reporting to the Area Manager you will be responsible under Section 8 of the Quarries Regulations 1999 for the safe and efficient management of our North Lasts 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. 

The ideal candidate should have previous supervisory experience, a sound working knowledge of quarry and coated operations, as well as general maintenance activities. Flexible approach to work and good communication skills are essential for this role.

Previous experience in a similar role is essential as you will require a strong technical knowledge of fixed and mobile plant operations, blast design, shotfiring and quarry development. Ideally you will hold a SHE NVQ Level 3/4.

We are currently looking to recruit a Mobile Plant Operative to work within our Quarries Division, this role will be based from our Midlairgs Quarry in Inverness however there may be a requirement to travel to sites across Scotland which may involve overnight stays.

You will be responsible for carrying out quarry operations and routine maintenance work. All work activities must be carried out in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with the Quarries Regulations 1999 ensuring the Company’s Health, Safety and Environmental policies are adhered to at all times.

The post requires a current MPQC card and ideally you will have Articulated Dump Truck and Wheel Loader experience.

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

We currently have vacancies for 2 x JCB 2CX Operatives based at Rigifa, Cove.

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

We are currently seeking to recruit an HGV Mechanic to maintain and repair our wide ranging fleet of vehicles, trailers and powder tankers.  Since the role requires a great degree of independence, extensive experience in fault diagnosis and repairs as well as an ability to work on your own initiative are essential.

The candidate must be able to display working experience of HGV inspections and MOT preparation while undertaking general repairs on various makes of  HGV’s, trailers and light commercials.

You will be comfortable in an engineering environment as the job is very hands on. You will be a team player who can also work alone in order to meet the demands of this busy fleet maintenance division.

A current UK driving licence is essential with C+E categories desirable.

We currently have a vacancy for a Surfacing Supervisor within our Construction & Surfacing Division to supervise contracts and carry out onsite training with the Surfacing Operative crews. 

This post requires a current Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme Certificate, CSCS Card, Street Works Supervisor Card and SVQ/NQV Level 2.

We are looking for someone who has had previous experience in a similar role, is a versatile, flexible and accommodating worker and who has a clean driving license.

We are currently seeking to recruit a Light Commercial Vehicle Mechanic for our workshop in Parkmore, Dufftown to maintain and repair our wide range of fleet vehicles. 

Since the role requires a great degree of independence, extensive experience in fault diagnosis and repairs as well as an ability to work on your own initiative are essential.

The candidate must be able to display work experience of LGV inspections and MOT preparation while undertaking general repairs on various makes of heavy and light commercials.

You will be comfortable in an engineering environment as the job is very hands on. You will be a team player who can also work alone in order to meet the demands of this busy fleet maintenance division

We are currently looking to recruit a Fleet & Plant Buyer to join our busy Purchasing Department, based at Rigifa, Cove.

You will be responsible for providing full procurement of Fleet & Plant parts ensuring that sufficient quotations are received prior to purchase.  You will also be required to update the system with all orders and collate all associated delivery notes and paperwork for processing by the Purchasing Administrators. 

You will also be required to assist with procurement of Quarry materials and carry out any other ad-hoc administrative duties as and when required. 

The ideal candidate would have previous experience in a similar role, have good communication and organisational skills and be able to work on their own initiative.  You must also have good computer skills and be able to work to deadlines. 

We are currently recruiting for Traffic Management Operatives, you will be based at Cumbernauld but you will be required to work at various sites, which may require overnight stays.

Duties will include:

Installing and removing lane closures and contraflow systems on high speed dual carriageways

Installing and removing temporary traffic signal systems/road lane closures/diversion signing and contra flow systems in 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, be flexible with regards to working hours and be available to start at the earliest opportunity; the successful candidates will be rewarded with good rates of pay.

We are currently seeking to recruit a Plant Fitter for the maintenance and repair of our wide range of plant and equipment, you will be based at our workshop in Rigifa, Cove however regular visits to other sites is a requirement of the role so you must hold a current driving licence.

These roles require a great degree of independence, extensive experience in fault diagnosis and repairs as well as an ability to work on your own initiative.

The ideal candidate will already come from a mechanical engineering background ideally with demonstrable experience as a mechanical engineer or fitter in the heavy plant or quarrying industry.

You will be a team player who is equally comfortable working alone to meet the demands of this busy plant maintenance division.  Attention to detail along with a focus on Health & Safety is vital for this challenging role.

We are currently recruiting for a Trainee Technician to join our Technical Service team.

This is an exciting opportunity to learn construction materials testing under the mentorship of experienced Technicians in a UKAS accredited laboratory with one of Scotland’s largest privately-owned quarrying and civil engineering businesses. 

The skills and experience required for this position are:

Can do attitude

Good attention to detail.

Good verbal and written communication.

Good interpersonal skills.

Self-motivated with a hands-on approach to work.

Strong and flexible work ethic.

Professionalism in dealing with customers and colleagues.

Valid drivers licence.

In return you will receive a comprehensive training program to further develop skills and experience, 28 days annual leave, a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity for further external training and development.

We are currently seeking to recruit a HGV Mechanic to maintain and repair our wide ranging fleet of vehicles and trailers.  Since the role requires a great degree of independence, extensive experience in fault diagnosis and repairs as well as an ability to work on your own initiative are essential.

The candidate must be able to display working experience of HGV inspections and MOT preparation while undertaking general repairs on various makes of  HGV’s, trailers and light commercials.

You will be comfortable in an engineering environment as the job is very hands on. You will be a team player who can also work alone in order to meet the demands of this busy fleet maintenance division.

A current UK driving licence is essential with C+E categories desirable.

We are currently recruiting for 2 x HGV Tipper Drivers, to be based at Mid Lairgs Quarry, Daviot.

This post requires to be filled by someone who is a versatile, flexible and willing worker, who has knowledge of the local area and has a clean driving licence. You will require a sound understanding of the EU rules on drivers hours and be fully conversant with digital tachograph use.

The successful candidate will be required to start at the earliest opportunity.

We are currently recruiting for a Civils Operatives to be based at Rigifa, Cove and New Forres.

You will be required to work at various sites across the North East of Scotland and will ideally have worked within a civil engineering / groundwork environment.

Successful candidates should hold a current CSCS card qualification and a clean driving licence. 

We are currently looking to recruit an HGV Wagon & Drag Driver to be based at Cumbernauld. 

This post requires to be filled by someone who is a versatile, flexible and willing worker, who has knowledge of the local area and has a clean Class 1 driving licence.

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

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

If you feel you have the right skills and qualities to take on this role please contact our Markon Office on 01236 875134 or via email recruitment@leiths-group.co.uk.