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Level 2 Demolition Operative Apprentice
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About the Role
The role involves safely demolishing or part-demolishing existing structures, carrying out structural strengthening works, and supporting the adaptive reuse of buildings. It is a safety-critical role, using hand and power tools to strict operating procedures to keep the demolition process continuously and safely under control.
What You'll Do at Work
- Use hand and power tools to carefully remove internal building elements.
- Carry out alteration works to existing building fabric in accordance with project requirements.
- Assist with building adaptation and refurbishment activities.
- Conduct equipment checks before use and report any issues.
- Support material handling and movement activities under supervision.
- Complete site safety checks before commencing work.
- Work under the direction of a Getjar chargehand or supervisor at all times.
Where You'll Work
Atlantic House, 7 Stirling Way, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 2BT.
Training and Apprenticeship Details
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training Provider: LONDON SOUTH EAST COLLEGES
Training Course: Demolition operative (level 2)
Course Contents
Health, Safety & Environment Protection
- Carry out point of work risk assessments.
- Identify and report hazards, unsafe conditions and uncontrolled demolition operations.
- Follow and apply the safe systems of work, permits and seek authorisation including the discovery of hazardous materials.
- Identify when an area is or potentially becomes a confined space and carry out the necessary confined space precautions.
- Wear the correct Personal Protective Equipment for the demolition operations to be carried out, inspect and store when not in use.
- Work safely in varying conditions around the site including at height, in close proximity to other operations, contaminated ground, plant and lifting equipment.
Demolition Procedures & Methods
- Limitations and when to hand the work over to the Demolition Topman.
- Identify different materials and components of a structure.
- Calculate and quantify materials for removal from site.
- Apply the safest and most appropriate process to the demolition task.
- Recognise when the task is not going to the plan and when to stop and seek advice or hand over to the Topman.
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Hand & Power Tools for Demolition Operations
- Select the correct tool, carry out pre-use checks and identify any faults with hand and power tools and remote-controlled demolition equipment.
- Report defects and dispose of faulty tools and equipment following the correct procedure.
- Demonstrate how to use hand and power tools safely along with remote controlled equipment for the demolition task to be completed.
- Leave tools and equipment in a safe state and store in the appropriate location on completion.
Fuel Cutting Operations
- Select and identify the correct type of cutting equipment associated with the work to be completed.
- Set up equipment and carry out daily per use checks, identify faults, report any defects and condemn unsuitable and faulty equipment.
- Apply different types of cut in relation to varying situations, material types and thickness relating to non-structural steel beams at ground level.
Lifting & Demolition Plant Operatives
- Carry out all work safely in line with legislation and official guidance.
- Read and follow a lift plan and demonstrate how to complete the work exactly to the detail.
- Select the correct accessories for the load to be lifted.
- Utilise various types of lifting accessory to sling and lift loads.
- Guide demolition plant to carry out operations using a range of communication methods.
Communication
- Communicate clearly with all internal and external personnel using the correct terminology.
- Use a range of communication methods including radios and hand signals.
Team Working
- Demonstrate a strong ability to work as part of a team working cooperatively with others.
- Provide support to other team members as required.
- Demonstrate a clear understanding of your role and limitations.
- Undertake all tasks responsibly and apply safe working practices.
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Training Schedule
This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.
Desirable Qualifications
- GCSE in Maths and English (grade Grades 4-9 (A*- C)).
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Physical fitness
About This Employer
Masterson Holdings is a family-owned construction group based in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, turning over circa £175 million per annum. Founded in 1980 by Michael Masterson, we operate across London and the Home Counties through four specialist businesses:
We employ around 240 people and work across both the public and private sectors. We're privately held, financially stable, and reinvest consistently in our plant, equipment and people. Our clients include some of the UK's leading main contractors, and we pride ourselves on long-term relationships with both clients and supply chain partners.
https://mastersonholdings.co.uk/ (opens in new tab).
Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions. You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After This Apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab). To be confirmed during completion of apprenticeship.
Contact Information
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
LONDON SOUTH SOUTH COLLEGES.
Evelyn Nartey. evelyn.nartey@lsec.ac.uk. 02039544152.
Reference Code: VAC2000037288
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