Labourer

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Labourer in Manchester for a temporary position of 6-8 weeks. The ideal candidate will have experience operating overhead cranes, confidence in using hand tools, and basic fitting skills. Key responsibilities include moving materials, assisting with assembly tasks, and maintaining a safe working environment. This role requires physical fitness and a strong work ethic.

Qualifications

• Experience operating overhead cranes in a workshop or manufacturing setting.
• Confident using a range of hand tools.
• Basic mechanical fitting or assembly experience.
• Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead cranes to safely move heavy components and materials.
• Assist with mechanical fitting and basic assembly tasks as directed.
• Use hand tools to support production and maintenance activities.
• Carry out general labouring duties.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and report any hazards or incidents.

Skills

Operating overhead cranes

Using hand tools

Basic mechanical fitting

Teamwork

Tools

Overhead cranes

Hand tools

Job description

Job Title: Labourer

Location: Openshaw - Manchester
Contract Type: Temporary (Initially 6-8 Weeks)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, Day Shifts (e.g., (phone number removed)pm Monday-Thursday and 7.30-1pm Friday
Reporting To: Site Supervisor / Production Manager

Job Overview:

We are currently recruiting for a Labourer to support a busy manufacturing environment on an initial 6-8 week assignment who has experience of operating overhead/bridge cranes. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with overhead cranes, hand tools, and basic fitting and assembly work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate overhead cranes to safely move heavy components and materials
• Assist with mechanical fitting and basic assembly tasks as directed
• Use hand tools (e.g., spanners, screwdrivers, drills) to support production and maintenance activities
• Carry out general labouring dutie
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Follow all health and safety procedures and report any hazards or incidents

Candidate Requirements:

• Essential:
  • Experience operating overhead cranes in a workshop or manufacturing setting
  • Confident using a range of hand tools
  • Basic mechanical fitting or assembly experience
  • Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks
  • Strong work ethic and ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Desirable:
  • Overhead crane certification
  • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment