Construction Operative

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 10 January 2026
LOCATION
Bourne
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£42,000 / year
CATEGORY
Construction
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

General Labouring Skills Material Handling Health and Safety Awareness Reliability Timekeeping Teamwork Driving Licence

FULL DESCRIPTION

Construction Operative in Bourne

We are recruiting for a Permanent Labourer to join a well-established and growing construction-related business based in Burton-on-Trent. This is a hands-on role suited to a reliable, flexible, and hard-working individual who is looking for long-term, secure employment with the opportunity to significantly increase earnings through overtime, weekend work, and bonus schemes.

    Duties of a Permanent Labourer

    - Assisting with general labouring duties across site and project locations. - Loading and unloading materials and equipment. - Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work environment. - Supporting skilled trades and site teams as required. - Operating basic tools and equipment (training provided where necessary). - Following health and safety procedures at all times. - Carrying out manual handling tasks. - Working extended days of up to 10 hours including travel time. - Working away from home for up to one week per month, including sharing accommodation when required. - Working two Saturdays per month as part of the standard rota.

    Skills, Experience, and Requirements of a Permanent Labourer

    - Hold a full, valid UK driving licence and be able to drive. - Have no criminal record, due to work being carried out in prison environments. - Be able to work days of up to 10 hours including travel time. - Be flexible to work away from home for at least one week per month and be comfortable sharing accommodation. - Be available to work two Saturdays per month. - Be able to commit to the role without requirements for school pick-ups, drop-offs, or childcare accommodations.

    In addition, you should have:

    - Previous experience in a labouring, construction, or industrial role (preferred but not essential). - A strong work ethic and willingness to carry out physical work. - Excellent reliability and timekeeping. - The ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.

    It would be beneficial to the role if you also had:

    - A valid CSCS card (or willingness to obtain one). - Experience working on construction sites or secure environments. - Good awareness of health and safety procedures. - A positive, flexible, and proactive attitude.

    What the Client Offers a Permanent Labourer

    - A permanent position with a £32,500 basic salary. - Overtime, weekend work, and bonuses available, increasing earnings to an OTE of approximately £42,000. - Long-term job security within a stable and growing business. - Training and development opportunities. - A supportive and team-focused working environment. - Employee wellbeing and support programmes.

    About the Client

    Our client is a well-established and reputable company operating within the construction and trade sector. They are known for their commitment to quality, safety, and employee development, offering stable employment and opportunities for progression within a supportive working environment.

    Next Steps

    Apply to this Permanent Labourer role through this advert. If you would like more information about this role, please contact our Construction Team.

    If successful, you will need to digitally register with our agency. If you have not been contacted regarding your application within 7 days, please assume that you have not been successful. However, we will retain your details for any future opportunities for which you may be suitable.

    About [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Services

    This position is advertised by [Employer hidden] Services Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency established in 2008. We offer permanent, temporary, and contract jobs across the Commercial, Construction, Industrial, and Engineering sectors.

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