Labourer

PHILIP KENNEDY ENGINEERING LIMITED; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local engineering firm in Northern Ireland is looking for a Labourer / General Operative to support daily activities in a busy engineering workshop. You will assist experienced tradespeople in welding, pipefitting, and fabrication tasks while ensuring a clean and safe workspace. The role requires previous experience in a similar position, ability to follow instructions, and a full UK driving licence. The position offers a permanent contract with 40 hours per week and opportunities for further training and development.

Responsibilities

• Support welders, pipefitters, and fabricators with day to day workshop and site tasks.
• Prepare materials, components, and work areas for fabrication and installation.
• Carry out general labouring duties including lifting, moving, and organising equipment.
• Assist with loading and unloading deliveries safely and efficiently.
• Operate basic hand tools and workshop equipment under supervision.
• Provide general assistance during stainless steel fabrication and pipework assembly.
• Support site teams during installation works as required.

Skills

Previous experience in a labouring or general operative role

Ability to follow instructions accurately

Basic understanding of workshop practices and hand tools

Good awareness of health and safety requirements

Able to work as part of a team

Experience working in an engineering, fabrication, or construction environment

Ability to use power tools, grinders, or cutting equipment safely

Full UK driving licence

Willingness to undertake further training

Job description

The Labourer / General Operative will support the day to day activities of a busy engineering workshop specialising in welding, pipefitting, and stainless steel fabrication. The role involves assisting skilled tradespeople, preparing materials, maintaining a clean and organised workspace, and carrying out general labouring duties both in the workshop and on site. The successful candidate will follow instructions accurately, work safely at all times, and contribute to the smooth and efficient delivery of engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Support welders, pipefitters, and fabricators with day to day workshop and site tasks
• Prepare materials, components, and work areas for fabrication and installation
• Carry out general labouring duties including lifting, moving, and organising equipment
• Assist with loading and unloading deliveries safely and efficiently
• Operate basic hand tools and workshop equipment under supervision
• Provide general assistance during stainless steel fabrication and pipework assembly
• Support site teams during installation works as required

Skills and Qualifications

• Previous experience in a labouring or general operative role
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and work safely at all times
• Basic understanding of workshop practices and hand tools
• Good awareness of health and safety requirements, including correct use of PPE
• Able to work as part of a team
• Experience working in an engineering, fabrication, or construction environment
• Ability to use power tools, grinders, or cutting equipment safely
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to undertake further training and develop new skills

Vacancy ID 1753196 Job ref. Labourer / General Operative Job Sector Construction, Trades and Architecture, Engineering Area All of Northern Ireland Location Work mainly based in Co. Armagh and Co. Down Salary Wage dependent on skills No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Permanent Weekly hours 40 Published date 08/01/2026 Closing date 22/01/2026 Worktime 7.30am - 5.30pm, days to be confirmed

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 16 Jan 2026

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 19 Jan 2026