Skilled Labourer (Basic Carpentry skills)

Tandem Personnel; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in the UK is seeking a Skilled Labourer with carpentry experience for a permanent position. Responsibilities include shopfitting and maintenance on supermarket projects across the South East and East Anglia. Candidates should have a driving licence, valid CSCS card, and a positive work ethic. This role offers £16 – £18 per hour, paid travel, and opportunities for overtime and training.

Benefits

Paid travel time

Overtime opportunities

Training and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous carpentry / construction experience skills.
• Full driving licence and valid CSCS card.
• Positive attitude, good work ethic, and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Shopfitting, maintenance, and general construction tasks with a focus on carpentry.
• Working on supermarket refits and ongoing site improvements.
• Involves travel, occasional overnight stays, and unsociable hours.

Skills

Carpentry skills

Construction experience

Job description

Skilled Labourer with basic Carpentry experience required for permanent role working for a busy and growing construction company on supermarket chain projects across the South East and East Anglia. Our client, based in Ipswich, is looking for reliable, hands‑on Labouring Operatives with carpentry skills to join their team! If you’re looking for a stable role with a respected company, great team environment, and real opportunity to develop your skills – this could be the job for you.

Main responsibilities

• Shopfitting, maintenance, and general construction tasks with a focus on carpentry
• Working on supermarket refits and ongoing site improvements
• Involves travel, occasional overnight stays, and unsociable hours
• Paid travel time to and from site
• Overtime opportunities and additional incentives available

Requirements

• Previous carpentry / construction experience skills
• Full driving licence and valid CSCS card
• Positive attitude, good work ethic, and willingness to learn

What We Offer

• £16 – £18 per hour (depending on skills/experience)
• Paid travel time to and from sites
• Overtime and great working incentives available
• Chance to work with a modern, forward‑thinking company with a strong reputation
• Company committed to training and progression
• Immediate start available – get started right away!

This is more than just a job, it’s a chance to grow your career in construction with the support of a company that values its people.