Precast Operator

Competitive hourly rate + super + bonus scheme Akura is a leading construction and property development company providing industrial property solutions to owner‑occupiers, developers, and investors. Operating for over 45 years, we've built our reputation on quality, on‑time delivery, and innovative design. We are a family‑owned company with a progressive values‑based culture, a healthy pipeline of work and big plans for future growth. Our unique product offering supports our clients across the full construction cycle, from architectural and structural design, in‑house manufacturing of structural steel and precast concrete panels, through to on‑site teams and project management. The result? Top‑shelf Industrial Space. About the Opportunities We're looking for team members to join Akura as Precast Operators in our precast facility. Having experience in construction or a similar industry would be highly advantageous and opens the opportunity to come on board as a senior operator – i.e. if you are a trade qualified carpenter, cabinet‑maker / builder, concreter, roofer or experienced steel fixer, or have a natural flair for detailed work such as carpentry, formwork or similar, we'd love to hear from you. The opportunity to learn and grow on the job for those interested with less industry experience is also available, with on‑site training and development. We're a growing business with big plans for the future – we'll show you the ropes and give you opportunity to grow with us. Key Responsibilities As a Precast Operator / Advanced Operator, some of the things you'll do may include: Interpreting shop drawings Marking out panels as per shop drawings Preparing timbers and foam to place inside panels Installing formwork on tables prior to concrete pours Preparing and installing reinforcement for each precast panel Pouring concrete / managing the concrete pour Finishing the concrete About You Skills in the following would be highly advantageous: 3 years' experience in the building industry Extensive experience in interpreting shop drawings A natural flair for detailed work such as carpentry, formwork or similar Exceptional attention to detail and a focus on quality, always seeking to deliver your best work You Will Be A team player with strong communication skills and a positive, can‑do attitude Someone who takes a safety‑first approach in everything you do Someone who identifies and embraces opportunities for improvement Someone who aspires to lead a small team – you won't do this on day one, but over time this is something you'll grow into What We Offer You An exciting career opportunity in a market‑leading business experiencing rapid growth. The opportunity to work in one place, out of the weather in our precast manufacturing facility in Kelso. Opportunity to grow your career – we invest in our people. A supportive and collaborative team environment. Inclusion in the Akura Factory Bonus Scheme. Interested? This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Akura team. Alignment with our core values is key so if you've got the right skills and you're reliable, a team player with a can‑do attitude, driven to deliver quality outputs and willing to innovate / challenge the status quo, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to start your Akura journey. Want to know more? Visit our Careers Page : Visit our YouTube channel to check out our manufacturing facilities and what our Clients and Employees have to say about working with Akura: We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited resumes. Akura will not be liable for any fees associated with such submissions. As part of our recruitment process, we conduct background checks, which include police and medical assessments, to ensure suitability for the role. #J- #J-18808-Ljbffr