Labourer / Damp and Mould Operative

Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Hinckley is seeking a Labourer / Damp & Mould Operative to join the Housing Repairs Team. The successful applicant will perform maintenance on council housing while traveling between sites using a provided van. Applicants must be physically fit, experienced with tools, and have health and safety training. This role comes with flexible working options and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Generous pension scheme

Annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience of using appropriate tools for maintenance tasks.
• Health and safety training relevant to construction work.
• Physically fit to carry out work at heights using a ladder.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance works to tenanted and void council housing.
• Travel between works using a provided van.
• Be committed to enhancing council services.

Skills

Experience with tools of the trade

Health and safety training

Physical fitness

Job description

Labourer / Damp & Mould Operative
Grade 3, £25,185 up to £26,403 per annum pro rata plus standby and call out payments
37 hours per week, 2 year fixed term contract
Requirement to join an out of hours emergency call out rota

We currently have a vacancy for a Labourer / Damp & Mould Operative within the Housing Repairs Team.

The successful applicant will carry out works to tenanted and void council housing stock located in all areas of the borough. A van will be provided to travel between works.

Applicants will require experience of using appropriate tools of the trade, have health and safety training and be physically fit with the ability to carry out work at heights using a ladder.

Applicants should be committed individuals, who are looking to make a difference to the high profile and priority services of the council.

Closing date: 19 December 2025

Interview date: To be confirmed

Hinckley & Bosworth A PLACE OF OPPORTUNITY

Situated at the very heart of England on the border of the East and West Midlands, Hinckley is well connected by major transport links to the cities of Leicester, Coventry and Birmingham and in an ideal location for commuting being close to major transport links of the M1, M6, M69, M42 and the A5.

We welcome applications from all of the community.
Benefits include flexible working options, generous pension scheme and annual leave plus bank holidays.
Reasonable workplace adjustments are considered for all roles.