Labourer

Equans UK & Ireland; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

24 days annual leave

Life Cover

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Gym membership discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Equans UK & Ireland is recruiting for a Labourer based in Derry / Londonderry. This permanent full-time role offers 40 hours per week and a salary up to £27,000, plus a van, fuel card and benefits package.

You will support skilled trades, transport materials, and help maintain residential and commercial properties. A CSCS Labourer card and UK/NI driving licence are required.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of construction tools and equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Basic knowledge of Health & Safety regulations in construction.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.
• Full UK/NI valid driving licence.
• CSCS Labourers’ card is required.
• Asbestos awareness is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist tradespeople such as plumbers, electricians, and joiners with tasks.
• Carry out basic repairs and maintenance work as directed.
• Transport materials, tools and equipment to job sites.
• Prepare and clean up job sites before and after work.
• Handle waste disposal and recycling of materials.
• Follow health and safety guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
• Operate basic construction equipment and tools.
• Perform general labour tasks such as digging, lifting and moving heavy objects.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed and materials used.
• Report any safety hazards or equipment issues to supervisors.
• Customer service skills if role customer facing.

Skills

Basic knowledge of construction tools

Teamwork / works well in a team

Health & Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Full UK/NI driving licence

CSCS Labourers’ card

H&S Awareness Level 1 training

Education

H&S Awareness Level 1

Job description

EQUANS are recruiting for a Labourer to be based in Derry / Londonderry. This is a permanent full-time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a salary of up to £27,000 doe, van and fuel card and benefits package.

General Overview

The Labourer is responsible for supporting skilled tradespeople and contributing to the general upkeep and maintenance of residential and commercial properties managed by the company. This role involves a variety of manual tasks to ensure that construction and maintenance projects are completed efficiently and to a high standard.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist tradespeople such as plumbers, electricians, and joiners with their tasks.
• Carry out basic repairs and maintenance work as directed.
• Transport materials, tools, and equipment to job sites.
• Prepare and clean up job sites before and after work.
• Handle waste disposal and recycling of materials.
• Follow health and safety guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
• Operate basic construction equipment and tools.
• Perform general labour tasks such as digging, lifting, and moving heavy objects. Any other reasonably management request.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed and materials used.
• Report any safety hazards or equipment issues to supervisors.
• Customer service skills if role customer facing.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary van & fuel cardand benefits package, which includes;

• Pension Scheme
• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes

Who are we looking for?

Key Skills

• Basic knowledge of construction tools and equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Basic knowledge of Health & Safety regulations in Construction
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Valid CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) card – Labourers’ card. H&S Awareness Level 1 qualification would be required however forms part of mandatory training during induction if the Labourer has not already obtained.
• Desirable – Other site-based certification as required, i.e. Asbestos Awareness.
• Full UK/NI valid driving licence.

Who are we?

EQUANSis a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young ProfessionalsNetwork) and our Disability Network.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. A criminal record will not necessarily be a barrier to obtaining a position with us and EQUANS has a Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be provided on request

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.