Skilled Labourer (Carpentry Exp)

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

Job summary

A growing construction company in Ipswich is seeking a Skilled Labourer with carpentry experience for a permanent role. You will work on supermarket chain projects across the South East and East Anglia, handling shopfitting and maintenance tasks. The role offers £16 - £18 per hour, paid travel time, and opportunities for overtime. Join a company committed to training and career progression, and start your career growth in construction.

Benefits

Paid travel time

Overtime opportunities

Career development support

Qualifications

• Previous carpentry/construction experience required.
• Must have a full driving licence and valid CSCS card.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Conduct shopfitting, maintenance, and general construction tasks.
• Work on supermarket refits and site improvements.
• Travel and occasional overnight stays required.

Skills

Carpentry

Reliability

Positive attitude

Good work ethic

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
• 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.