Frac Watch Operator
Location: Grantham
Duration : 12 weeks
Responsibilities:
Real-Time Monitoring: track pressure levels, flow rates, and fluid volumes, ensuring operations stay within safe limits.
Environmental Protection & Surveillance: Inspecting the work area for signs of "frac-outs"—inadvertent returns of drilling mud to the surface—and keeping watch for leaks.
Equipment Inspection: Conducting routine checks of frac equipment, including pressure control equipment, hoses, and pumps, ensuring they are functional.
Communication: Acting as a key point of communication between the site crew, engineers, and management regarding potential hazards or anomalies.
Emergency Response: Supporting immediate action if a frac-out occurs, such as stopping the pump, containing the spilled material, and activating emergency procedures.
Documentation: Accurately recording operational data, safety incidents, and inspection results in daily logs.
Requirements:
Valid CSCS card is essential.
Previous experience in construction or a related field is advantageous.
Physical fitness and the ability to perform manual labour in various weather conditions.
Strong work ethic and a proactive approach to tasks.
Ability to follow instructions and work well within a team environment.
Basic knowledge of construction tools and equipment.
Health and safety awareness with a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Good communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with colleagues and supervisors.
Why Work for Joseph Gallagher Limited:
Opportunity to join a well-established and respected construction company.
Exciting and diverse construction projects across various sectors.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Commitment to employee development and growth through training and career advancement opportunities.
Collaborative and supportive work environment.
Emphasis on health and safety and a strong company culture.
Opportunity to contribute to the success of high-profile projects.
Company Background
The Joseph Gallagher Group is a family owned Civil Engineering business that delivers expertise whilst putting client satisfaction at the core of the business. Built on a personal reputation for honesty and quality, we understand the actions we take affect the communities and environments we operate in.
LIFE Culture
We're promoting a culture change within the industry and demonstrating initiatives to dramatically improve Health, Safety and Wellbeing. In 2014, we launched our award-winning cultural safety programme (LIFE) which is deeply embedded into the company’s DNA and core values.
Disability Confident Committed
We are a disability confident employer and we're committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.
Reasonable Adjustments
We want to make our recruitment processes accessible to everyone, so if there is any way that we can support you to enable you to be the best you can, please contact the HR team at HR@josephgallagher.co.uk.
For more information, please contact ellen.gallagher@josephgallagher.co.uk
- Department
- Engineering
- Locations
- Grantham
Grantham
Our Culture
We strive to create a team environment ensuring that; health safety, quality and wellbeing are part of everyday work conversations.
Our Core Values and Behaviours guide and inform how we work, individually and as team.
About Joseph Gallagher Limited
We are one of the UK's leading civil engineering and tunnelling contractors, offering a wide range of construction and specialist services.