General Labourer

SBHA; Selkirk; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused housing organization in the Scottish Borders is seeking a reliable Labourer to assist with maintenance and improvement tasks. This full-time role involves working with skilled trades, ensuring effective communication with tenants, and adhering to health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate is customer-focused, physically fit, and holds a UK driving licence. Attractive benefits include flexible working arrangements and generous leave policies.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangement

Generous annual leave

Good pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of three passes at SCQF level 3, including English and Maths.
• Able to carry out work with a minimum of supervision.
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual tasks safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist skilled trades and maintenance teams with labour duties.
• Follow instructions to ensure tasks are completed efficiently.
• Provide excellent customer service to tenants.

Skills

Customer-focused approach

Knowledge in general construction health & safety

Ability to problem solve

Ability to work with minimum supervision

Education

SCQF level 3 (standard grade or equivalent)

Job description

This application requires candidates to submit a CV. Please ensure you have this prepared before continuing with your application. Your full employment history, qualifications, and details of how you meet the essential criteria for this post are required. Please visit our Guidance for Applicants page for full guidance on what to include in your supporting statement.

Salary: £24,764 to £27,271 per year
Location: Scottish Borders
Contract: Full time, fixed term for 12 months
Hours: 37 hours per week
Closing date: 28 November 2025

SBHA is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Labourer to join our team in the Scottish Borders. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking fora career in a supportive and environment. This role involves a variety of tasks supporting the maintenance, care, and improvement of our estates and properties.

General Labourer Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist skilled trades and maintenance teams with general labour duties on various projects and contracts.
• Follow instructions accurately to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Provide excellent customer service to our tenants ensuring good communication before and after any appointments.
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of work areas at all times.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations and SBHA policies for the safety of yourself, colleagues, and the wider community.
• Participate in training and development required for the role and personal growth.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of three passes at SCQF level 3 (standard grade or equivalent), including English and Maths.
• Customer‑focused approach to delivering services.
• Knowledge in general construction health & safety.
• Able to carry out work with a minimum of supervision.
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual tasks safely and efficiently.
• Able to perform duties to a high‑quality standard with the minimum disruption to tenants and neighbours.
• Able to adapt to different situations and problem solve.
• Willingness to undertake training and development as required by SBHA.
• Able to work from ladders and scaffolding.
• Holder of a current UK driving licence.

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Benefits

Being part of the SBHA team, you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including a flexible working arrangement, a competitive salary, generous annual leave, generous sick pay entitlement, life assurance and a good pension scheme. You will be part of a team that is interested in your wellbeing and development, and work in an environment where you can flourish.

Scottish Borders Housing Association is not a licensed sponsor under the appropriate UK Government regulations and does not invite applications from, nor engage in sponsoring, overseas applicants who do not already have the right to live and/or work in the UK. The association will not engage in any enquiries or enter into negotiations from individuals or agents in this regard.