General Builder

Recruitment Helpline; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitment Helpline is seeking an experienced General Builder to join their well-established team in Newcastle. You will work on a range of residential and commercial projects, carrying out a broad set of building tasks to a high standard.

The ideal candidate will have proven trades experience, take pride in workmanship, and be capable of working independently or with others. A valid UK driving licence and own tools are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a general builder on residential or commercial projects.
• Solid knowledge of construction practices and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK driving licence and own transport would be advantageous.
• Own tools essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of general building works including brickwork, blockwork, plastering, and basic joinery.
• Assist with property refurbishments, extensions, and structural alterations.
• Undertake demolition, site preparation, and finishing works.
• Carry out repairs and maintenance across various projects.
• Work from drawings and specifications to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Support and coordinate with other trades such as plumbers, electricians, and tilers.
• Maintain and care for tools, equipment, and materials.
• Keep a tidy, safe, and well-organised working environment at all times.
• Follow site health & safety procedures and company standards.

Skills

General Builder

Bricklaying

Plastering

Joinery

Site Coordination

Job description

An excellent opportunity for an experienced General Builder to join a well-established company.

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 Per Annum, Depending on Experience.

Location: Newcastle, North Tyneside.

About The Company:

They are a Ponteland-based building company specialising in new builds, extensions (including dormers), full property refurbishments, commercial renovations, kitchens, bathrooms, and a wide range of renovation works.

Job Description:

The company looking for a skilled and reliable General Builder to join their growing team. You'll work across a variety of residential and commercial projects, carrying out a broad range of building tasks to a high standard.

The ideal candidate will be experienced in general building works, take pride in their workmanship, and be confident working both independently and as part of a team.

Experience in multiple trades such as brickwork, plastering, basic joinery, and general refurbishment work is preferred.

Key Duties:

• Carry out a wide range of general building works including brickwork, blockwork, plastering, and basic joinery
• Assist with property refurbishments, extensions, and structural alterations
• Undertake demolition, site preparation, and finishing works
• Carry out repairs and maintenance across various projects
• Work from drawings and specifications to ensure accuracy and quality
• Support and coordinate with other trades such as plumbers, electricians, and tilers
• Maintain and care for tools, equipment, and materials
• Keep a tidy, safe, and well-organised working environment at all times
• Follow site health & safety procedures and company standards

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience as a general builder within residential or commercial projects
• Good all-round knowledge of construction and building practices
• Ability to complete work to a high standard with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physically fit and capable of manual work
• Full UK driving licence, own transport, and own tools essential

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need