strip out operative
- Posted 05 January 2026
- Salary £18 - £21/hour
- Start Date 01-01-2026
- LocationGreater London
- Job type Contract
- Job Duration3-4 Months
- Referencestrip out
Job description
Strip Out Operative – Office Strip Out (Live Services & Glass Partitions)
Location: The Gherkin
Project: Commercial Office Strip Out
Duration: 3–4 months
Start: Jan 5th/Jan12th/Jan19th
Pay: Competitive day rate (CIS / Self-Employed)
Role Overview
We are recruiting experienced Strip Out Operatives for a large commercial office strip-out project in London.
The project includes live services (including fire sprinklers) and glass partitions, which must be removed safely and correctly.
Experienced operatives only, candidates must understand controlled strip-out methods and safe removal procedures.
Scope of Works
Soft strip demolition of commercial office space
Safe removal of glass partitions and glazed office walls
Careful strip-out around live services, including:
Fire sprinkler systems
Containment and services to remain live
Removal of ceilings, stud walls, raised floors and finishes
Strip-out of kitchens, WCs, partitions, doors and fixtures
Waste segregation, protection of retained items, and housekeeping
Essential Requirements
Proven commercial strip-out / soft strip experience
Experience removing glass partitions safely
Experience working around live services (sprinklers, containment, etc.)
Ability to identify live/protected services and stop work if unsure
CSCS Card (Green minimum)
Own PPE
Commitment to 3–4 months continuous work
Desirable
Asbestos awareness
Previous office refurbishment / fit-out projects
What We Offer
3–4 months guaranteed work on a single office project
Weekly CIS payments
Well-managed site with clear method statements
Potential follow-on work on completion
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