Job Description
Labourer
Self-Employed
£120 - £150 per day depending on experience
Full Time - Monday to Friday
Harrogate and Surrounding North Yorkshire Areas
Full UK Driving Licence Required
About us
We are a well-established and growing building company based in Harrogate, delivering high-quality residential construction projects across Harrogate and the surrounding North Yorkshire area.
We specialise in house extensions, loft conversions, barn conversions, structural alterations, home renovations and property improvements. Our reputation has been built on quality workmanship, reliability and excellent customer service, with much of our work coming through recommendations and repeat business.
As our workload continues to grow, we are looking to recruit a dependable and hardworking Labourer to join our team. We have a strong order book with projects secured well into the future, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking for regular, ongoing work with a professional and friendly local company.
Role overview
This is a hands-on position working alongside experienced builders and tradespeople on a variety of residential construction projects.
No two projects are the same, so the role offers plenty of variety and the opportunity to gain experience across different aspects of the building trade. You will be involved in supporting the team throughout all stages of construction, helping to ensure sites operate safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, is willing to get stuck in and understands the importance of reliability, punctuality and maintaining a professional approach when working in customers' homes.
Responsibilities Include
* Assisting builders and tradespeople with daily site activities
* Preparing work areas before construction work begins
* Loading, unloading and moving building materials
* Delivering materials, tools and equipment to site
* Keeping sites clean, organised and safe at all times
* Assisting with demolition and site clearance work
* Supporting groundwork and construction activities as required
* Operating hand and power tools safely
* Helping with the setup and dismantling of site equipment
* Following health and safety procedures and site instructions
* Respecting customers' homes and maintaining a tidy working environment
* Working closely with colleagues to help projects stay on schedule
Skills and experience
* Previous labouring or construction experience preferred
* Good practical skills and a willingness to learn
* Reliable, punctual and hardworking
* Physically fit and comfortable carrying out manual work
* Positive attitude and strong work ethic
* Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
* Good communication skills
* Full UK driving licence
* Own transport preferred due to travelling between sites
* CSCS card advantageous but not essential
What we can offer
* Consistent, ongoing work with a growing local business
* Variety of interesting residential construction projects
* Opportunity to learn new skills and gain experience across different trades
* Supportive and friendly working environment
* Potential for increased responsibility as the business continues to expand
* Work primarily within the Harrogate and North Yorkshire area
This role would suit someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in doing a good job and is looking to join a company where they can become a valued member of the team rather than just another number.
Interested? Please send your CV and details of your experience by return.
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