Labourer (General & Skilled)

Construction Facilities
  • Job Type: Temporary / Flexible Shifts
  • Pay Rate: £14.00 – £16.00 per hour (depending on experience, skills, and project)

About Us

Haven Specialist Recruitment is a multi-sector recruitment agency connecting top talent with leading employers across healthcare, social care, education, construction, IT, industrial, and hospitality sectors. We are committed to delivering high-quality staffing solutions with integrity, professionalism, and a people-first approach. Join us and be part of a team that values excellence, support, and career growth.

Key Responsibilities

General Labourer Duties:

  • Assist tradespeople on site (e.g., carpenters, bricklayers, electricians).
  • Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment.
  • Maintain site cleanliness and safety.
  • Perform basic site preparation tasks (e.g., moving barriers, laying protection).
  • Operate basic site machinery (under supervision, if required).
  • Follow health and safety regulations and site instructions at all times.

Skilled Labourer Duties:

  • Carry out minor construction tasks (e.g., basic carpentry, demolition, groundwork).
  • Operate power tools and small machinery (e.g., breakers, mixers).
  • Support with setting out and measuring for trades.
  • Work from technical drawings and specifications (for advanced assignments).
  • Take a proactive role in site efficiency and organisation.

Requirements

  • Previous site labouring experience (minimum 6 months preferred).
  • Valid CSCS Card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme).
  • Experience with power tools and small equipment (for Skilled Labourers).
  • Own PPE (safety boots, hard hat, hi-vis vest/jacket).
  • Good physical fitness and stamina.
  • Reliable, punctual, and hardworking attitude.
  • Ability to work in all weather conditions.
  • Right to work in the UK.

Benefits of Working with Us

  • Competitive hourly pay rates (£14–£16 per hour depending on skills and experience).
  • Weekly pay direct to your account.
  • Flexible shifts — both short and long-term projects available.
  • Access to a wide variety of construction projects across Dorset.
  • 24/7 support from a friendly recruitment team.
  • Opportunities for ongoing assignments with trusted contractors.

Typical Work Environments

  • New Build Residential Sites
  • Commercial Construction Projects
  • Refurbishment and Renovation Works
  • Civil Engineering Sites
  • Shopfitting and Retail Projects

Please submit your CV for this role to support@havenspecialistrecruitment.com. OR

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