About the Net Zero Careers Accelerator (NZCA)

This opportunity is being supported by the Net Zero Careers Accelerator (NZCA), a programme designed to connect individuals with sustainable, long-term employment opportunities across the construction and built environment sectors.

Through NZCA, we support candidates throughout their journey into employment, ensuring engagement, guidance, and progression across all placements.

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for a Labourer to work on a busy construction site in Southwark.

This role is ideal for someone who is physically fit, safety-conscious, and willing to work longer hours to maximise earnings. You will be supporting site teams and helping maintain a safe and productive working environment.

Please note: This role is open to Southwark residents only who are currently out of work.

Key Responsibilities

• Support site teams with general labouring duties
• Move materials and equipment safely across site
• Maintain clean and organised work areas
• Follow all site health & safety procedures, including working at height where required
• Assist supervisors and respond to instructions efficiently
• Contribute to keeping work progressing on site

What We’re Looking For

• Reliable and committed with a strong work ethic
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Comfortable with physically demanding work
• Able to work outdoors in all conditions
• Previous construction or labouring experience preferred

• Essential Requirements
• Valid CSCS Green Labourer Card
• Must be a Southwark resident
• Must be currently unemployed
• Good understanding of construction site health & safety

• Physically fit and able to undertake manual labouring duties

  Mandatory Certifications (must be accredited and verifiable)

• Working at Height

  Must hold a valid, externally accredited certificate. Acceptable qualifications include:

• PASMA (mobile access towers)
• IPAF (powered access / MEWPs)
• Accredited Working at Height training (recognised training provider)

• Ladder Safety and/or Harness Training (only if externally accredited)

  Note:

• In-house or site-based training is not accepted
• Certificates must be available for verification before the start

• Manual Handling

  Must hold a valid, externally accredited certificate, issued by a recognised training provider (e.g. CITB-aligned or IOSH-recognised).

  Important note:

• Certificate must show completion date and provider details
• In-house training is not accepted

• Desirable Certifications

  (Not essential but advantageous)

• Asbestos Awareness
• Face Fit Testing
• Basic Health & Safety (Level 1 or equivalent)

• Competitive hourly rate (£14.80 per hour)
• Opportunity for extended hours and increased earnings
• Ongoing site-based role
• Supportive team environment
• Potential Saturday work (paid, not compulsory)