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We're looking for a General Operative to join our Pheonix Energy team based in Newtownabbey.

Location: Newtownabbey
Hours: 45 per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, please let us know when you speak to us.

We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

As a General Operative, you'll play a vital role in our Pheonix Energy team, helping us achieve our clients' targets. You'll be working across a variety of tasks in a supportive environment where your contribution really matters. This is a hands-on role where no two days are quite the same, offering you the opportunity to develop your skills and be part of a collaborative team.

What will you be responsible for?

As a General Operative, you'll be working within the Pheonix Energy team, supporting them in achieving the clients' targets. Your day to day will include:

  • Carrying out digging, labouring and general civils work
  • Delivering plant and equipment to site
  • Following health and safety procedures and processes at all times
  • Maintaining work records using a tablet which will be provided
  • Promoting wellbeing and building an inclusive workplace

What are we looking for?

This role of General Operative is great for you if:

  • You hold a full driving licence
  • You're comfortable working in all weather conditions
  • You enjoy working collaboratively with clients and stakeholders to reach innovative solutions
  • You're someone who delivers what they promise and acts safely and ethically
  • You're clear, disciplined and thorough in your approach to work

We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat.

Rewards and benefits

We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.

Diversity and inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier.

  • Location: Newtownabbey
  • Vacancy ID: 12835
  • Background check: None
  •  Closing date: 19 Oct 2026
  • Contract type: Permanent
  • Working hours: Full Time
  • Flexible working: No

    Flexible working could include part time, job share, condensed hours, or flexible start/end times.


 

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