Environmental Operative

• Working as part of a small team constructing hand build upland paths
• Undertaking manual related works on peatland restoration projects
• Assisting plant operators on machine build path & estate track construction
• Assisting in pedestrian bridge and boardwalk installations
• Undertaking ground reinstatement works to a high standard
• Providing assistance during project helicopter operations
• Undertaking bespoke stonework i.e. drystone walling
• Follow Site Rules, and company procedures when undertaking your duties and work in a safe manner
• Adhere to Line Manager & Site Supervisor instructions at all times
• Inform your Site Supervisor or Line Manager of any accidents, incidents or near misses.

• Full driving licence desirable
• Previous experience of working within similar rural type environments highly desirable
• CSCS Labourer or equivalent health and safety training desirable
• First Aid Training is desirable.
• Must be reliable and a good timekeeper
• Ideally, the candidate should be physically fit and like working outdoors and/or undertaking outdoor activities throughout the year
• Be able to demonstrate ability to work under own initiative or as part of a team
• A willingness to work away from home during the working week when required on further afield client projects. Subsistence is provided and accommodation arrangements organised by the company
• A willingness to work overtime and/or weekends when required to ensure company project programmes are met
• Must be willing to attend company organised training courses, to ensure continued competence of staff and ultimately, meeting employee personal development aspirations

McGowan Group is based in the UK’s largest National Park. The group is driven by a respect for the natural environment and its people, dedicated to nurturing, training and developing our team of talented, like-minded individuals, investing in young people and offering modern apprenticeships and opportunities for progression and career development throughout the group.

McGowan Environmental has earned a reputation as one of the UK and Ireland’s leading providers of environmental engineering services. Headquartered within the Cairngorms National Park, our experienced team has a proven track record of designing and delivering projects which protect and enhance our natural environment, tackling the effects of climate change, degraded habitats and biodiversity loss. From river and peatland restoration - to flood prevention, coastal protection and path and cycleway construction - we are the trusted contractor to a wide range of clients in the public and private sector.