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MSV Housing Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused housing organization in Manchester is seeking dedicated Labourers. You will assist in providing high-quality service within the community, ensuring safe operations and effective communication. Successful candidates will possess a minimum NVQ level 2 or equivalent, experience working in teams, and a commitment to customer service. The role offers flexible working options and comprehensive benefits, including a company vehicle and robust health support.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Flexible working options

33 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with 10% matching

Health cash plan

Enhanced sick pay

Wellbeing support

Life assurance

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• City and Guilds Craft or minimum NVQ level 2 in an appropriate craft-based trade or significant experience.
• Full driving license and willingness to travel across the Northwest.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse clients.

Responsibilities

• Operate tools, machinery and vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Perform site preparation, cleaning, waste removal and minor repairs.
• Follow health and safety procedures, including PPE use.

Skills

Customer focused

Effective communication skills

Experience in a multi-discipline team

Education

City and Guilds Craft or NVQ level 2

Tools

Skyvac

Lawnmowers

Cement mixers

Job description

Overview

MSV Housing is committed to ensuring our customers have good quality, safe homes. Our Labourers are key to making this happen. Reporting to the Area Repairs Manager, Labourers provide general labouring work for the Group to a high and consistent standard. We are looking for candidates who have a passion to advocate on behalf of people and communities.

Responsibilities

• Operate tools, machinery and vehicles safely and efficiently, including skyvac, lawnmowers, hedge trimmers and cement mixers.
• Perform site prep, cleaning, waste removal and minor repairs.
• Follow health and safety procedures, including PPE use and reporting hazards.
• Communicate with clients and supervise apprentices as needed.
• Record work activities and assist with planning and materials.
• Cleaning of and minor guttering repairs.

What we are looking for (Qualifications)

• City and Guilds Craft or minimum NVQ level 2 in an appropriate craft-based trade or substantial relevant experience.
• Experience of working as part of a multi-discipline team.
• Experience of working collaboratively in a busy team environment.
• Experience of delivering quality work on time.
• Customer focused with a desire to provide services to a high standard.
• Full driving licence and willing to travel across the Northwest.
• This is a hands-on role at the heart of the service; effective communication skills and the ability to understand diverse needs with empathy are key. You will be based in the communities we serve and will work under minimum supervision as part of a team with a flexible approach.

Safeguarding, Equality and Inclusion

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. A basic criminal records background check (free of charge) is required for this role as it is based within our property care team where you may enter customers’ homes. A criminal conviction does not necessarily prevent you from working with us; decisions are made on a case-by-case basis. Further detail can be found in our safeguarding policy attached alongside this vacancy’s candidate pack.

Hours, Dates and Recruitment

Hours of Work: 40 per week. Closing date: 21 November 2025. Interviews: End of November 2025.

Interview dates are to be confirmed; interviews will be carried out throughout the recruitment process and the role may close if a suitable candidate is found. We encourage candidates to apply early.

Benefits

• Company vehicle
• Flexible working options with home-working kit provided
• 33 days holiday per year plus bank holidays; holiday buy scheme
• Company pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions
• Company-funded health cash plan for optical, dental and other health costs
• Enhanced sick pay: up to 3 months full pay and 3 months half pay
• Health and wellbeing support, including employee assistance programme, counselling, mental health first aiders and wellbeing initiatives
• Life assurance (subject to pension scheme membership)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Commitment to Equality and Inclusion with employee networks

Salary: 20,001 – 25,000 per year