Steel Fixer

Tradestaff are seeking a Steel Fixer to join us for an immediate start!

Responsibilities:

• Rebar Installation: Interpret construction drawings and specifications to accurately install steel reinforcement bars (rebar) in concrete structures, including columns, beams, and foundations.
• Fabrication and Cutting: Cut, bend, and shape rebar using hand tools, such as rebar cutters and benders, to meet project requirements and specifications.
• Layout and Positioning: Layout rebar according to engineering plans and blueprints, ensuring proper spacing, alignment, and placement within concrete forms.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety regulations and guidelines, including proper handling of rebar materials, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and safe work practices to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct visual inspections of rebar installations to ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and quality requirements.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other construction trades, such as concrete workers, carpenters, and masons, to coordinate activities and achieve project milestones.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of rebar quantities, sizes, and placement locations for project documentation and reporting purposes.

Requirements:

• Experience: Proven experience as a steel fixer or similar role in the construction industry, with a solid understanding of rebar installation techniques and practices.
• Skills: Proficient in reading and interpreting construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications. Ability to use hand tools, such as rebar cutters and benders, effectively.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, and carrying heavy rebar materials, in various weather conditions and work environments.
• Safety Awareness: Strong commitment to workplace safety and knowledge of safety protocols, including proper handling of rebar materials and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Teamwork: Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with other construction trades and project stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: Keen attention to detail and accuracy in layout, positioning, and installation of rebar to ensure structural integrity and compliance with project requirements.

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary commensurate with experience and skills in the construction industry.
• Health and Safety: Prioritize your health and safety with comprehensive safety training, personal protective equipment (PPE), and adherence to strict safety protocols on the job site.
• Immediate Start: Start earning as of this week!

Successful applicants must:

• Pass a pre-employment drug test
• Have 2 ready work references
• Have your own vehicle with a restricted or full license

You may also be required to submit a criminal history check with the Ministry of Justice.
 
Please note that our work is mainly industrial and therefore for Health and Safety reasons you do need a good command of English.
 
If this sounds like you, give us a call on 0508 40 40 40 option 1, 1, 2 now!