Labourer

Progress Housing Group; Leyland; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme with matched up to 7.5%

Company van for travel to sites/home

Power tools provided

Flexible leave options

Job summary

Progress Housing Group in Leyland is seeking a Labourer to support reactive repairs, void reinstatement and planned maintenance across our properties. You will perform labouring tasks to a high standard while assisting colleagues to complete works safely for residents.

Candidates should hold a full UK driving licence, CSCS and a commitment to health and safety. The role offers a competitive salary, a pension scheme and opportunities for training and career development.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• CSCS certification required.
• Experience with health and safety at work is essential.
• Ability to keep accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Assist with reactive repairs, void reinstatement and planned maintenance across properties.
• Labour and assist colleagues to complete works safely and efficiently.
• Maintain site hygiene, manage materials and ensure compliance with health and safety rules.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

CSCS

Health and safety at work

Record keeping

Communication

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Education

NVQ/SVQ or City & Guilds

Job description

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Labourer

Reference: AUG20269680

Expiry date: 2026-08-31 22:59:00.000

Location: Leyland

Benefits: Buy or sell leave. Flexi working. Pension Scheme. Professional Development. Occupational Sick Pay + Many more benefits

• Working Hours: 39 hours per week
• Service area: Property Services, Progress Housing Group
• Location: Leyland

At Progress Housing Group, your work supports communities and changes lives.

We make sure every day is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference - where you work with purpose, your growth is supported, and you are proud to belong.

From inclusive recruitment practices to tailored support at work, we create an environment where everyone can succeed.

The role

• As a Labourer, you will assist with reactive repairs, void re-instatement, planned maintenance and installation work across our internal and external client properties.
• You will carry out labouring work to a satisfactory standard, supporting colleagues to complete works safely, efficiently and with care for our customers and their homes.
• You will help ensure appointments are kept, debris is removed from site, materials are looked after properly and all work is completed in line with health and safety requirements, relevant legislation, building regulations, codes of practice and risk assessments.
• You will communicate clearly with customers, colleagues and stakeholders, treating people and their property with respect and explaining the nature and purpose of the work being carried out.

What we’re looking for

• Full UK driving licence.
• Knowledge and understanding of health and safety at work.
• Ability to keep accurate records.
• Able to work on your own initiative, stay self-motivated and work under pressure.
• Able to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Hard working, enthusiastic and flexible in your approach to the job.
• Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS).
• Any recognised qualification, such as NVQ, SVQ or City & Guilds.
• Experience working for a social housing landlord.
• Experience of dealing with people in a customer service environment.

Our offer to you

Competitive pay, flexible leave options and benefits that help you thrive - personally and professionally.

• Competitive salary with occupational sick pay
• Pension scheme with matched contributions of up to 7.5%
• Salary sacrifice Greencar lease scheme
• Company Van for travel to and from sites / home (business use only)
• Full Power Tools and equipment are provided to you

Work-life balance

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for fixed-term and part-time colleagues), rising to 31 days after 5 years' service, with the option to purchase additional leave and a paid day off for your birthday.
  
• Agile working (role dependent) with hybrid and flexible working options
• Family friendly policies with enhanced leave
  
• Learning, training and career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and Medicash

About Progress Housing Group

More than three decades on, our commitment to helping people find the right place to live remains at the heart of what we do.

People trust us to create a place for them to call home and to provide outstanding support services and opportunities to help them to live their best lives.

Whether it is an affordable home, supported housing, technology-enabled care solutions, or services supporting those in crisis, we make a meaningful difference to thousands of people, every day.

We are ambitious and we are looking for people who are motivated, dynamic, and committed to delivering the highest standards for our tenants and customers.

Our sector plays a crucial role in contributing to a fairer, and more equitable society. Working here offers a genuine opportunity to positively influence communities and people’s lives.

Looking forward at Progress

Social purpose, innovation and sustainability are at the heart of our organisation.

We’re investing in our people, technology and services to build a more resilient, sustainable and equitable future for our customers and communities.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

We welcome applications from everyone and particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

Inclusion matters here, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can belong and thrive.

AI Statement

We support the ethical and transparent use of AI to drive innovation and efficiency.

However, authenticity is important to us, and we will prioritise applications that clearly reflect your experience, voice and originality