Skilled Labourer
| Posting date: | 24 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 March 2026 |
| Location: | Lichfield, Staffordshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Novus Property Solutions |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Skilled Labourer
Location: Onsite role based at our compound in Burntwood, Lichfield, with travel to sites across Burton, Tamworth, Wolverhampton, Rugeley and Birmingham
Hours: Typically working Monday to Friday 39 hours.
This is an exciting opportunity for a experienced Labourer to join Novus Property Solutions. The role is primarily outdoors, supporting our teams of tradespeople delivering re-roofing programmes within Social Housing properties. Ideal applicants will have previous experience in the construction sector and a driving license.
This position offers stability, values your skills, and provides meaningful and varied work every day.
What’s in it for you?
Stable, long-term work on an ongoing planned refurbishment social housing contract– no chasing work
Competitive pay, weekly paid
Work-life balance with standard Monday–Friday hours (39 per week) and organised workloads.
23 days holiday + bank holidays, with the flexibility to buy or sell annual leave.
Company flatbed van and fuel card, so no wear and tear on your own vehicle.
Pension scheme to support your future.
Tools & test equipment- to support you in carrying out the day to day tasks
Training and development – support with qualifications such as 2391 if required.
Supportive planning team who schedule your jobs to reduce travel time and help your day run smoothly
Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £1000
Additional benefits, including:
Discounted healthcare scheme
High street & lifestyle discounts (including Tastecard)
One paid volunteering day per year
Length of service awards
Most importantly, you’ll be working in a role where your contribution genuinely makes a difference. You’ll support our teams in repairing and refurbishing tenant homes, ensuring comfort and safety, while being part of a respectful, inclusive, and professional team that values doing the job properly.
An outline of your responsibilities and experience – Skilled Labourer
General labouring duties to support our trades teams on re-roofing programmes
Supporting the repair of properties where required and within capabilities
Plot cleaning and returning properties to pre-refurbishment standards
Receiving deliveries and maintaining stock levels
Supporting the delivery and removal of materials to operatives on site
Assisting with procurement, off-hires and costings for internal and external plant and skips
Following and enforcing company health and safety procedures
Providing excellent customer service at all times while working in tenants’ homes
Adhering to Novus’ industry-leading Health & Safety policies
This role requires a DBS check
A full UK driving licence is essential
A little bit about us
Novus Property Solutions is an award-winning, family-owned business with over 129-years of experience, delivering property maintenance, refurbishment, retrofit and compliance services across Great Britain. With 700+ colleagues in 19 locations, we combine local expertise with national strength.
We put people and communities first, creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. You don’t need to tick every box to apply, if this role sounds right for you, we’d love to hear from you.
Location: Onsite role based at our compound in Burntwood, Lichfield, with travel to sites across Burton, Tamworth, Wolverhampton, Rugeley and Birmingham
Hours: Typically working Monday to Friday 39 hours.
This is an exciting opportunity for a experienced Labourer to join Novus Property Solutions. The role is primarily outdoors, supporting our teams of tradespeople delivering re-roofing programmes within Social Housing properties. Ideal applicants will have previous experience in the construction sector and a driving license.
This position offers stability, values your skills, and provides meaningful and varied work every day.
What’s in it for you?
Stable, long-term work on an ongoing planned refurbishment social housing contract– no chasing work
Competitive pay, weekly paid
Work-life balance with standard Monday–Friday hours (39 per week) and organised workloads.
23 days holiday + bank holidays, with the flexibility to buy or sell annual leave.
Company flatbed van and fuel card, so no wear and tear on your own vehicle.
Pension scheme to support your future.
Tools & test equipment- to support you in carrying out the day to day tasks
Training and development – support with qualifications such as 2391 if required.
Supportive planning team who schedule your jobs to reduce travel time and help your day run smoothly
Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £1000
Additional benefits, including:
Discounted healthcare scheme
High street & lifestyle discounts (including Tastecard)
One paid volunteering day per year
Length of service awards
Most importantly, you’ll be working in a role where your contribution genuinely makes a difference. You’ll support our teams in repairing and refurbishing tenant homes, ensuring comfort and safety, while being part of a respectful, inclusive, and professional team that values doing the job properly.
An outline of your responsibilities and experience – Skilled Labourer
General labouring duties to support our trades teams on re-roofing programmes
Supporting the repair of properties where required and within capabilities
Plot cleaning and returning properties to pre-refurbishment standards
Receiving deliveries and maintaining stock levels
Supporting the delivery and removal of materials to operatives on site
Assisting with procurement, off-hires and costings for internal and external plant and skips
Following and enforcing company health and safety procedures
Providing excellent customer service at all times while working in tenants’ homes
Adhering to Novus’ industry-leading Health & Safety policies
This role requires a DBS check
A full UK driving licence is essential
A little bit about us
Novus Property Solutions is an award-winning, family-owned business with over 129-years of experience, delivering property maintenance, refurbishment, retrofit and compliance services across Great Britain. With 700+ colleagues in 19 locations, we combine local expertise with national strength.
We put people and communities first, creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. You don’t need to tick every box to apply, if this role sounds right for you, we’d love to hear from you.
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