Labourer/Fitters Mate

Siamo Recruitment a division of Siamo Group; North West Leicestershire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Siamo Recruitment a division of Siamo Group is seeking a Labourer / Fitter's Mate to join our busy Enderby-based team. You will support experienced fitters, assist with on-site installations of bespoke worktops and fireplaces, and ensure tasks are completed safely and efficiently across the UK.

You will carry out material handling, tooling support, and prep work while developing skilled trade capabilities with full training and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English preferred.
• Valid CSCS card essential.
• Full UK driving licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist fitters with installation tasks at customer sites across the UK.
• Carry, lift and move materials safely using correct manual handling techniques.
• Use basic hand and power tools to support fitting tasks under supervision.
• Prepare materials, components and equipment prior to installation.
• Follow technical instructions and site guidance to support accurate fitting work.
• Carry out general labouring duties, including loading/unloading and site housekeeping.
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe working environment in line with health and safety requirements.
• Travel to various locations, adapting to different sites and schedules.

Skills

Manual handling

Basic hand tools

Power tools

Reading drawings

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

Step into a hands-on role where every day is different, supporting the installation of high-quality bespoke worktops and fireplaces for customers across the UK. Based from Enderby, you'll join a busy, growing team that will invest in your training and give you a clear route to becoming a fully trained fitter. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, travel, and learning a skilled trade.

About the Role:

As a Labourer / Fitter's Mate, you will provide essential on-site support to experienced fitters, ensuring installations are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. You'll be involved in all aspects of preparation, movement of materials, and basic fitting assistance, helping to deliver quality workmanship at customer sites nationwide. Your contribution will directly support project timelines and customer satisfaction while you build valuable trade skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist fitters with the installation of bespoke worktops and fireplaces at customer sites across the UK
• Carry, lift, and move materials safely, using correct manual handling techniques
• Use basic hand and power tools to support fitting tasks under supervision
• Help prepare materials, components, and equipment prior to installation
• Follow technical instructions and site-specific guidance to support accurate fitting work
• Carry out general labouring duties, including loading/unloading vehicles and site housekeeping
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe working environment in line with site health and safety requirements
• Travel to various locations, adapting to different sites, schedules, and working conditions as required

Key Requirements:

• Proven ability to carry out manual handling and lifting tasks safely and consistently
• Experience using basic hand and power tools in a work or site environment
• Basic understanding of mechanical fitting assistance, such as positioning, holding, and securing components
• Awareness of site health and safety practices, including PPE use and safe working procedures
• Ability to follow technical instructions, drawings, or measurements accurately
• Basic measurement and marking out skills for materials and components
• Full UK driving licence with flexibility to travel to sites nationwide
• Valid CSCS card for site access and compliance
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a small, site-based team

Desirable Skills:

• Previous experience as a labourer, fitter's mate, or similar site-based role
• Experience working on construction, installation, or shopfitting projects
• Familiarity with working in occupied properties or customer-facing environments
• Comfortable with occasional early starts, late finishes, and varied travel patterns

Qualifications:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English - preferred
• Valid CSCS card - essential
• Full UK driving licence - essential
• Any basic health and safety or manual handling training certificates - desirable

If you are hard-working, practical, and keen to build a long-term career as a Fitter, this role offers a solid starting point with full training and progression opportunities—