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JOB APPLICATIONS
Plant Operator - Excavator 

Job Title: Experienced Excavator Operator

Salary: Highly Competitive Rates

Permanent, Full Time Position

Role Description

Are you a Plant Operator looking for a rewarding opportunity with a forward-thinking company?  Lewis Builders Ltd is on the lookout for a Plant Operator to join our dynamic team!  With innovation at our core, we pride ourselves on our high-quality service in the fields of construction, facilities management, and beyond.

 

We are seeking a skilled Plant Operator to join our dynamic team.  In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on various different projects, supporting our commitment to delivering high-quality projects.  This is a permanent position, working 39 hours per week, with opportunities for overtime. 

Requirements:

  • Experience in a similar role

  • Full UK driving licence is desired.

  • CPCS card.

Why Choose Lewis Builders Ltd?  

  • 31 days annual holiday entitlement

  • Additional holidays based on length of service

  • Company life assurance – 4x salary cover

  • 24/7 virtual GP access

  • Mental health & wellbeing support

  • Ongoing training and development

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Parental leave

  • Competitive rates of pay

To submit your application click the 'Apply Now' button below and attach a covering letter which should detail any relevant experience.

The closing date for this post is  Friday 21st August 2026.

Bricklayer

Job Title: Bricklayer

Salary: Highly Competitive Rates

Permanent, Full Time Position

Role Description

We are looking for a skilled, motivated Bricklayer to join our growing team. This is a great opportunity to work on a range of exciting projects with a supportive, forward-thinking company.

 

Working across domestic and commercial projects throughout the Western Isles, you will take pride in delivering high-quality workmanship as part of a professional team. The role covers all aspects of bricklaying and masonry, including brick, block, foundations and substructures, new builds, extensions and renovations.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a bricklayer

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

  • Full UK driving licence is preferred but not essential.

Why Choose Lewis Builders Ltd?  

  • 31 days annual holiday entitlement

  • Additional holidays based on length of service

  • Company life assurance – 4x salary cover

  • 24/7 virtual GP access

  • Mental health & wellbeing support

  • Ongoing training and development

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Parental leave

  • Competitive rates of pay

To submit your application click the 'Apply Now' button below and attach a covering letter which should detail any relevant experience.

The closing date for this post is  Friday 21st August 2026.

APPRENTICESHIPS

Are you looking to start a career in the construction industry? Interested in becoming a joiner, electrician or plumber? Lewis Builders offers a number of apprenticeships in a range of disciplines each year, supporting you through your qualification and providing vital experience, while you become a valuable part of our workforce.

In the past, we have supported bricklayers, joiners, plumbers, gas engineers and quantity surveyors as well as giving valuable work experience within these different sectors. Currently we have one apprentice joiner, three plumbing apprentices and two electrical apprentices - however we are always willing to expand the company into other areas and divisions.

PLUMBING

SNIPEF Plumbing Apprentice Course at Inverness College

4 year apprenticeship

Funding available for all travel & accommodation - SNIPEF provided

For more information see HERE

BUILDING

CITB Building Apprentice Course at Lews Castle College

3 year apprenticeship

Attaining SVQ Level 3 qualification

For more information see HERE

ELECTRICAL

SECTT Electrical Apprentice Course at either Lews Castle College or Inverness College

4 year apprenticeship

For more information see HERE

To apply please call the office on 01851-705015 or contact us using the form below to submit your CV.

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