General Labourer
| Posting date: | 13 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £25,000 to £30,000 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 December 2025 |
| Location: | Runcorn, Cheshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Quack Recruitment and Training Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Runcorn |
Summary
A General Labourer is responsible for performing a variety of manual tasks to support the day-to-day operations of a worksite or facility. This role involves assisting skilled tradespeople, preparing and maintaining work areas, moving materials, operating basic tools and equipment, and ensuring that the site remains safe and organized.
General Labourers play a key role in helping projects run smoothly by providing physical labour and practical support wherever needed. The work can vary depending on the industry—such as construction, manufacturing, warehousing, or landscaping—but generally involves hands-on tasks that require strength, stamina, and attention to safety.
Typical Duties
Loading, unloading, and transporting materials or equipment.
Assisting trades and machine operators as required.
Cleaning and preparing work areas for projects or production.
Operating hand tools and basic machinery safely.
Following safety procedures and reporting hazards or incidents.
Performing general site maintenance and cleanup.
Supporting team members to ensure efficient workflow.
Key Skills and Attributes
Good physical fitness and stamina.
Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious.
Basic understanding of tools, equipment, and safe work practices.
Willingness to learn and take on a variety of tasks.
General Labourers play a key role in helping projects run smoothly by providing physical labour and practical support wherever needed. The work can vary depending on the industry—such as construction, manufacturing, warehousing, or landscaping—but generally involves hands-on tasks that require strength, stamina, and attention to safety.
Typical Duties
Loading, unloading, and transporting materials or equipment.
Assisting trades and machine operators as required.
Cleaning and preparing work areas for projects or production.
Operating hand tools and basic machinery safely.
Following safety procedures and reporting hazards or incidents.
Performing general site maintenance and cleanup.
Supporting team members to ensure efficient workflow.
Key Skills and Attributes
Good physical fitness and stamina.
Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious.
Basic understanding of tools, equipment, and safe work practices.
Willingness to learn and take on a variety of tasks.
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