Construction Labourer

Construction Labourer

Department: Contract Teams

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Preston

Compensation: £26,000 - £30,000 / year

Contract: Permanent

Location: Preston (site-based with nationwide travel)

Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 per annum

• Assist the Multi Skilled Builder with all aspects of remediation work on oil contaminated residential properties including:
  • Removing contaminated soils, brickwork, and internal floors
  • Supporting underpinning and damp proof course installation
  • Assisting with brickwork and blockwork tasks
  • Supporting plastering and drainage works
  • General labouring and construction tasks
• Carry out site works under the direction of the Multi Skilled Builder
• Assist with hand‑digging excavation works to facilitate contamination removal
• Drive machinery and use power tools to carry out intrusive construction works
• Keep sites tidy, clean and safe, identifying potential hazards and working in a controlled manner
• Support the maintenance and servicing of equipment, reporting faults when identified
• Assist with collecting photographs of completed works for documentation purposes
• Communicate professionally with homeowners and colleagues
• Travel nationwide to project sites and work away from home when required
• Follow health and safety protocols, including proper use of PPE
• Utilise your own initiative, skills and knowledge where appropriate

Essential Requirements:

• Physically fit and able to undertake a variety of physically demanding tasks
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Can‑do attitude with an adaptable approach to work in a varied and sometimes challenging environment
• Positive attitude with a motivated approach and able to use own initiative
• Clean, presentable, and well‑spoken with strong communication skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to work away from home and travel nationwide
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable:

• Previous construction or labouring experience
• Experience gained in a construction site environment with appreciation for health and safety
• Ability to operate plant and machinery
• CPCS or plant operator tickets
• CSCS card
• Abrasive wheels certification
• Background in demolition, construction, or landscaping
• Experience with remediation works or contaminated land works

We offer a competitive salary of £26,000 - £30,000 per annum and provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:

• Holiday entitlement increasing with service (up to 25 days plus bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Life insurance (2x annual salary)
• Company van with fuel card
• Enhanced sick pay and employee assistance programme
• Overtime rates available
• £25 per night tax‑free allowance when working away
• Single occupancy accommodation when away from home
• Meal allowances for away work

SEED Environmental is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.