Leiths

We are currently recruiting a Technician to join our Technical Services team working in Cove, Aberdeen.

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 seeking to recruit an Estimator to be based at our Rigifa, Cove offices.

The main responsibilities of this role are producing estimates alongside other team members, maintaining and improving the quality of estimating techniques and processes. 

The successful candidate will be required to:

• Attend tender meetings and liaise with clients in order to gain a thorough understanding of the project requirements.
• Have a strong background in civil engineering along with a detailed understanding of estimating techniques
• Have a sound knowledge of spreadsheets and other estimating software packages.
• Provide detailed analysis of direct and indirect costs, along with regular reporting on the progress of tenders at all stages
• Be able to work to deadlines in order to achieve desirable results.

The role is mainly office based but occasional site visits will be required to expand technical knowledge and company culture and therefore it is essential that you hold a valid clean UK Driving License.

We are currently seeking to recruit a Ground Worker for our Contracting Division based in Inverness.

The main duties will include general hard landscaping works such as laying tarmac, excavation, groundworks, paving, concrete surfacing, traffic control and general labouring.

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

We currently have a vacancy for an Excavator Operator to work in our Contracts Division based in Inverness.

Ideally you will hold a current CSCS and NPORS/CPCS skills card and have previous experience and knowledge of the industry and Excavators however, full training will be provided.

You must be a versatile, flexible and accommodating individual who can work effectively as part of a team and hold a clean driving licence.

We are currently seeking to recruit a Plant Operative (Dumper) to work in our Contracting Division based at Inverness

You will be required to carry out routine loading and processing ensuring the Company’s Health, Safety and Environmental policies and Safe Systems of Work are adhered to at all times.

This post requires a current CSCS and CPCS/NPORS skills card, you would ideally have industry related experience and knowledge of Dumpers. 

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 Mobile Plant Operative to work within our Contracting Division, this role will be based at Daviot, Inverness.

You will be responsible for carrying out earthwork operations and routine maintenance work. All work activities must be carried out in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with all Safe Systems of Work and Risk Assessments ensuring the Company’s Health, Safety and Environmental policies are adhered to at all times. 

The post requires a current CSCS and CPCS/NPORS card and ideally you will have Dozer experience.

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

We are looking for an organised and diverse person to fill the role of Purchasing Administrator based at our Head Office in Cove.

Your duties would include:

• To assist procurement from agreed suppliers for all Divisions.

• Follow up on any supplier related issues in relation to quality and service.
• Liaise with all internal customers to fulfil their requirements.
• Obtain sufficient quotations to ensure cost-effective purchasing for all goods and services.
• Obtain approval for purchase of parts more than set authorised levels.
• Source alternative parts as directed and evaluate costs as and when required.
• Collate all delivery notes for goods received in store/workshop and pass to purchasing admin team for processing.
• Carry out all administrative duties as required. 
• To work closely with Purchase Ledger to resolve any invoice queries.
• Working as part of the Purchasing team to ensure efficient turnaround of all requests.

The candidate should be organised and a good communicator. Experience is not required but is desirable to join this fast paced collbarative department.

We are currently seeking to recruit an Sales Representative to support both our Fyfe Glenrock division in Oldmeldrum and our Precast division in Montrose.

You will be responsible for professionally selling and marketing our products and services to both our internal and external customers, predominately within the North of Scotland.

Good organisational and communication skills are essential in this role as is previous sales experience. You must also hold a clean driving licence as travel will be required.

We are currently seeking to recruit a Fabricator / 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 is preferable 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 are currently recruiting a Department Supervisor to join our Technical Services team based at Parkmore, Dufftown, Keith. 

Responsible for day-to-day planning and organising of Technicians, equipment and operations, to ensure that all sampling, testing and reporting requirements are met as per the Laboratory Quality Management System and in accordance with the relevant standards and guidance.

 Key Accountabilities 

• Plan on a daily basis, and in advance, sampling and testing requirements of all materials across our quarries / sites and plants; organise Technicians, equipment and vehicles to cover.
• Report weekly rates of test and other data which may be required from time to time.
• Ensure test and related results are processed onto the trends for analysis and reporting on agreed timescales.
• To ensure all Technicians follow the quality management system and use the latest copies of guidance and British standards during sampling, testing and reporting procedures. 
• To mentor Technicians to provide advice and assist them in their continuing training and competence.
• Carry out regular audits as per the audit plan.
• Ensure all sampling and testing equipment is calibrated, kept clean, and in working order.
• Raise non-conformance reports (NCR’s) and initiate corrective and preventative action to prevent or rectify any nonconformity.
• React and instigate changes and measures introduced within the quality management system or Manager as appropriate. 
• Participate in quality / operational meetings as required.
• Be a signatory and raise reports for customers as required.
• Act in an independent manner, comply with confidentiality and impartiality requirements.
• When required act as a main technical contact for major contracts to ensure their requirements are met.
• Responsible for ensuring that samples required for submission to testing houses, are collected and despatched timeously as directed.
• Perform sampling and testing activities supplementary to the Technicians and to keep familiar with those processes.
• Be prepared to stand in to cover other Technical Services posts if or when the need arises.
• Promote a team working philosophy whilst motivating and supporting the Technical group.
• Act as an ambassador for the company ensuring visitors, customers and staff are communicated to in a polite and courteous manner at all times.

 Skills and Experience 

• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Experience in effectively leading a team.
• Knowledge and understanding of sampling and testing standards of asphalt, concrete and aggregate materials.
• Strong IT skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Professionalism in dealing with customers and colleagues.

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

You will be required to supervise the maintenance and repair of construction and quarry related plant and equipment. You will ensure professional standards of work are achieved and maintained, workshops are run efficiently and productively whilst in compliance with all Health, Safety and Environmental Legislation.

Responsibilities will include:

     - Organising the Plant team to carry out general maintenance and time critical breakdowns ensuring parts are available to complete the works.

     - Undertaking daily briefings and safety briefings ensuring the team are fully aware of machine status and planned workload. 

     - Adhering to the daily maintenance schedules.

     - Ensuring accurate completion and timely submission of paperwork to include job sheets, requisitions 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.

We are currently looking to recruit a Quarry Manager for our Parkmore Quarry, Dufftown.

You will be responsible for managing and controlling the 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.

Duties Include:

• Prepare and enforce all Risk Assessments/Safe Systems of Work
• Plan and utilise all labour, plant and materials
• Ensure the efficiency and quality of material production
• Responsible for achieving production and profit related targets
• Maintain communication with other divisons including the Sales Manager/s and Distribution to meet customer demand and satisfaction 
• Responsible for all blasting operations
• Reporting of all material, production, financial information to senior management
• People Management including maintain a supportive and team working philosphy and identifying training needs

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 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 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 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.