Job Title: Labour Manager
Location: Plymouth (Full Time - Site Based)
Operating Company: VGC Recruitment
Reports To: Delivery Manager
Role Overview
VGC Recruitment is seeking an experienced Labour Manager to take full responsibility for recruitment and labour delivery across Devonport Dockyard and associated projects throughout the South West.
This is a site-based role in Plymouth, requiring a proactive individual who can manage high volumes of trades and labour recruitment while maintaining full compliance with company procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Candidate Management
Recruit trades and labour personnel in accordance with VGC procedures and HSQE, energy, and security standards.
Ensure correct selection, interviewing, and onboarding of personnel.
Work closely with Resourcing and Compliance teams to ensure:
Roles are advertised appropriately.
All recruitment documentation is completed prior to site start, including:
Registration
Right to Work checks
Qualification verification
Pay rate agreement
Contract issue
PPE issue
Induction
Interview records
Stakeholder & Local Engagement
Develop and maintain relationships with Job Centres local to each contract to support local employment strategies.
Act as key on-site recruitment contact for operational teams.
Operational Support
Deputise for the Delivery Manager and other Labour Managers when required.
Support workforce planning across multiple South West projects.
Travel regularly to other sites across the region.
Requirements
Proven experience in trades & labour recruitment (blue collar construction recruitment background essential).
Strong understanding of compliance and right-to-work procedures.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Driving licence and own vehicle (essential).
CSCS card desirable (training can be provided).
Ability to work full-time on site in Plymouth and the Southwest.
Salary & Package
Excellent Salary
Great Monthly commission scheme
Full-time site-based role
Travel across South West projects required