Labour Manager

N.R.L LIMITED; Wilton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Labour Manager to oversee the management of operative labour across multiple projects. This role, initially offered on a 12-month fixed-term contract, presents an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. You will lead a team of weekly paid staff, resolving local resourcing conflicts while ensuring the best outcomes for operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, innovative thinking, and a keen eye for detail. Join a forward-thinking company committed to diversity and creating a greener future through engineering projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in M&E installation/construction industry is essential.
• GCSE or higher in Maths and English required.

Responsibilities

• Manage weekly paid staff across various projects and agreements.
• Lead on local resourcing conflicts and find effective solutions.

Skills

Innovative thinking

Verbal communication

Resilience

Motivation for improvement

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE in Maths

GCSE in English

NVQ Level 3

Job description

NRL are working with a leading M&E Contractor who require a Labour Manager to join their team, initially on a 12 month FTC. This role does have potential to be permanent.

You will be accountable for weekly paid staff that operate on various working rule agreements. You will take the lead on any local resourcing conflicts and ensure the best solution is achieved. The Labour Manager's role is to provide effective management of operative labour to support the work of multiple projects.

Personal Skills

1. Innovative thinking to support the needs of the operations.
2. Ability to verbally communicate at all levels of seniority to build rapport, trust and respect.
3. Resilient and flexible when under pressure and can demonstrate agility in a changing landscape.
4. Motivated to seek out where improvements can be made and progressive in identifying effective and efficient ways of managing the weekly workforce.
5. Keen eye for detail and resilient to balance conflicting priorities.

Essential:

1. Relevant M&E installation / construction industry experience.
2. GCSE qualification or higher in Maths and English.

Desirable:

1. NVQ Level 3 – either electronically or mechanically biased.
2. Good knowledge of work rule agreements.

The NRL Group connects global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.