Modular Operative

Nixon Hire Ltd.; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading site accommodation provider in Wolverhampton is seeking an experienced Modular Operative (Specialist) to assemble and refurbish modular buildings. Responsibilities include carrying out joinery and basic plumbing tasks while adhering to safety and quality standards. Candidates should have proven experience in modular building construction, be competent across multiple trades, and possess effective teamwork skills. This position offers a competitive benefits package including annual leave and workplace pension.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays

Life Assurance Scheme

Employee Assistance Program

High Street Discount Vouchers

Discounted Gym Membership

Work Anniversary Bonus

Milestone Birthdays Additional leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in modular buildings, property maintenance, or construction.
• Experience reading drawings/job cards and working to RAMS/SOPs.
• Quality focus: able to meet high standards and complete snagging.
• Strong understanding of manual handling and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and refurbish modular building structures according to CAD packs.
• Carry out multi-trade tasks, including joinery and basic plumbing.
• Ensure all tasks meet required quality and safety levels.
• Coordinate with teams to meet build plans and timelines.

Skills

Multi-trade skills in joinery, plumbing, electrical basics

Safety awareness and adherence to RAMS

Teamwork and communication

Equipment handling of hand/power tools

Education

Experience in modular buildings or construction

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

As a Modular Operative (Specialist), you will assemble, refurbish, and fit out modular buildings in our depots and, when required, support installation on customer sites. You’ll complete joinery, basic plumbing, basic electrical tasks, and interior/exterior finishing to deliver safe, high‑quality, and ready‑to‑use units that meet specification, programme, and UK building and safety standards.

What's in it for you!

• 25 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays (Increasing with length of service)
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• High Street Discount Vouchers
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Cycle to Work & Home & Tech Scheme Benefits
• Milestone Birthdays Additional leave
• Work Anniversary Bonus’s
• Refer a Friend Scheme

About You!

• Proven experience in modular buildings, portable cabins, property maintenance, or construction—multi‑skilled across joinery/fit‑out with exposure to plumbing/electrical basics.
• Experience reading drawings/job cards and working to RAMS/SOPs in a depot or factory setting.
• Desirable: previous work with leading modular providers, site installation support, or offsite manufacturing.
• Multi‑trade skills: competent in joinery, basic plumbing, basic electrics (within competency), sealing and finishing.
• Quality focus: able to work to tolerances, complete snagging, and achieve a professional finish.
• Safety first: strong understanding of RAMS, manual handling, work at height, and lifting operations interface.
• Teamwork & communication: able to coordinate tasks to meet build plans and support continuous improvement.
• Equipment handling: safe use of hand/power tools; FLT license beneficial.

About the Role!

Assembly & Fit‑Out:

• Construct and refurbish modular building structures in the depot from CAD packs / job cards, including wall partitions, doors/windows, ceilings, floors, trims, and fixtures.
• Carry out multi‑trade tasks: first/second‑fix joinery, basic plumbing (e.g., sinks, taps, water heaters), and basic electrics (e.g., fitting accessories within competency). Escalate to qualified trades where required.
• Prepare internal and external finishes: lining, insulation placement, sealing, prepping, painting/spraying, and vinyl floor laying to depot quality standards.
• Furniture and accessories: clean, stage and install furniture, sanitary ware, and welfare fittings to specification.

Quality Assurance:

• Follow company standards and work instructions to ensure all tasks meet required quality levels.
• Check your own work for accuracy and completeness before handover.
• Report any defects, damage, or issues promptly and assist in resolving them.
• Contribute to maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient working environment.
• Liaise with supervisors, planners, and logistics to hit daily/weekly build plans and OTIF targets; support toolbox talks and handovers.
• Work cross‑functionally with specialist trades (electricians/plumbers) and QC to resolve issues quickly and maintain flow.

General:

• Comply with all company policies and procedures
• Always uphold the company vision & values.
• Comply and adhere to all SHEQ directives and processes.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested.

Safety, Health, Environment & Quality (SHEQ):

• Follow RAMS, method statements, permits and PPE requirements at all times; report near misses, hazards, and incidents immediately.
• Maintain safe work areas in depot and on site, including housekeeping and waste segregation, to reduce risks typical in modular construction.
• Operate depot equipment (e.g., forklifts/telehandlers where licensed) to move cabins, materials and plant safely.

Armed Forces Covenant – As part of our pledge, we support the employment of veterans, recognising military skills and qualifications in our recruitment and selection process.

The Benefits

Enhanced Workplace Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Reward and Recognition Programme

Milestone Birthday – Extra Day Off

MyActiveDiscounts - Discounted Gym, Fitness and Travel

Charity Match Funding

The Company

Nixon Hire is a leading provider of site accommodation, welfare facilities, plant, portable toilets and solar solutions to hire.

Our vision is to provide outstanding service from exceptional people to ensure we are always first choice.

The Values

We invest in our people and implement processes to allow us to deliver first class service to our customers.

• Offering Products Customers Value

We ensure our products are always the best the marketplace has to offer and meet our customers' changing needs.

• Being An Industry Leader In Innovation

For over 57 years Nixon Hire have embraced change, invested in technology and pioneered products which benefit our customers and the environment.

Nixon Hire
CityWest Business Park, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE4 7DF
0333 005 0005