Demolition

Demolition, scaffolding and steeplejacking are some of the most exciting careers in construction. They can be both dramatic and awe-inspiring jobs and are certainly not for the faint hearted.

Most of these occupations are based outdoors and spent working in many different locations. The jobs are always full of variety and often include roles that you may not initially think about.

Click on the below to learn more about each occupation.

Demolition operative

Demolition is one of the most highly skilled jobs in construction and one of the most spectacular. It can also be very dangerous.

Scaffolder

Scaffold is usually made of metal tubes, fitting and metal or timber platforms, put together by scaffolders so that workers can reach the parts of the structure they're working on.

Steeplejack

As a steeplejack you could be repairing and renovating church spires, monuments and chimneys, as well as many other structures.

Steel erector

Steel erectors install the prefabricated structural steel frames of buildings such as warehouses, industrial units and multi-storey buildings.