Job Description

Job Title: Scaffolder and Advanced Scaffolder
Salary: Competitive with benefits package
Location: Peterhead
Contract: Permanent

About IES
IES Utilities Group Ltd is a leading UK utility Provider delivering end-to-end utility solutions. Our teams operate across Power, Gas, Water, Telecoms, District Heating and Renewables, where we provide survey, design, construction, and maintenance services nationwide. With a commitment to innovation, safety, and sustainability, IES supports clients in building and maintaining resilient, future-ready infrastructure networks across the UK. Headquartered in Manchester, IES continues to grow as a trusted partner in the utilities sector.

Our Vision:
To be the leading utility and infrastructure services provider, Known for innovative and sustainable solutions to current and future challenges.

Our Mission:
To enable essential utility networks and infrastructure to achieve exceptional levels of resilience and long-term value

Role Summary
We are currently recruiting Scaffolders and Advanced Scaffolders to join our experienced site delivery teams. You will support a range of utility and infrastructure projects, ensuring scaffolding works are erected, altered, and dismantled safely and compliantly to support construction and maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Erect, modify, and dismantle scaffolding systems in line with TG20 and company procedures
• Ensure all works comply with health & safety regulations and IES standards
• Carry out pre‑use checks and routine scaffold inspections
• Work collaboratively with site supervisors, engineers, and multi‑disciplinary teams
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and site safety
• For Advanced Scaffolders: lead complex scaffolding structures and provide guidance to junior scaffolders

Essential Skills & Experience:

For Scaffolders:

• CISRS Scaffolder Card
• Experience working on industrial, utilities, or infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of safe systems of work
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

For Advanced Scaffolders:

• CISRS Advanced Scaffolder Card
• Proven experience with complex and bespoke scaffold structures
• Ability to interpret scaffold design drawings
• Leadership experience on site (desirable)

For both:

• Commitment to safety, quality, and compliance
• Full UK driving licence preferred
• Eligible to work in the UK

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Supportive team environment
• Career Progression opportunities
• Pension
• Holiday allowance (25 days + Bank holidays)
• Other benefits

How to Apply
If you believe you have the skills and experience we're looking for, please submit your CV, including a brief covering note outlining your most relevant contract management or account management experience to recruitment@iesutilities.co.uk. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.