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Skilled Labourer

Denham Recruitment Ltd
Sheldon · posted 29 July 2026
Salary
£30,000 – £35,000 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Sheldon, West Midlands (County)
Category
Construction
Skilled Labourer / Multi-Trade Operative Trainee Location: South East Birmingham (Solihull, Shirley, Marston Green, Sheldon, Bickenhill, Tyseley) Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 (depending on experience) Type: Full-time, Permanent, PAYE Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday 8am – 5pm) Overview An excellent opportunity to join a growing contractor specialising in residential property repairs and insurance reinstatement works. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop a career in the trades, gaining hands-on experience across a variety of repair and maintenance projects. Ideally you will have some labouring experience or multi-trade experience. Work is in the Midlands but also across the UK so some travel/overnight stays will be required (travel allowance/overnight allowance paid). Skilled Labourer / Multi-Trade Operative Trainee Role * Assist skilled tradespeople with day-to-day repair and reinstatement works * Carry out basic multi-trade tasks (e.g. minor carpentry, patch plastering, basic plumbing) * Support property repairs following insurance claims (flood, fire, escape of water, etc.) * Ensure work areas are safe, clean and compliant with health & safety standards * Travel to residential properties and support works on-site * Assist with installation of kitchens, bathrooms, doors, flooring, and other fixtures * Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in line with health & safety regulations * Communicate effectively with homeowners, office team and other trade colleagues What We’re Looking For * Some experience in construction, labouring or property maintenance * Experience working on insurance repairs to residential properties * Willingness to learn and develop multi-trade skills * Good work ethic, reliability and positive attitude * Basic understanding of health & safety on site * Full UK driving licence (held for at least 2 years) – Essential * Willingness to travel as required. * As you will be liaising with clients/homeowners you will need good communication skills and be well presented. * A DBS check will be required. What’s on offer * Full training and ongoing support to develop trade skills * Opportunity to progress into a skilled Multi-Trade Operative role * Stable, full-time employment with a growing business * Company van, mobile, tools * Paid holiday, pension, travel and overnight allowances as well as overtime If you’re hands-on, motivated and looking to build a long-term career in property repairs, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV for this Skilled Labourer / Multi-Trade Operative Trainee role. By applying for the role, you will be sending us your personal data. Our Privacy Notice explains how we will use your personal data; this can be found on our website, or you can request a copy by email
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