General Labourer


Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: THE IRISH JOINERY COMPANY LTD We are seeking a reliable and hardworking General Labourer to join our construction team. The successful candidate will support site operations by assisting tradespeople, maintaining site cleanliness, and ensuring materials and equipment are handled safely and efficiently. This role is essential to maintaining productivity and health & safety standards on site.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the loading and unloading of materials and equipment.
  • Prepare job sites by cleaning and organizing workspaces.
  • Operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
  • Follow safety protocols and maintain a safe work environment.
  • Help with the assembly and disassembly of structures, scaffolding, and other components.
  • Support skilled tradespeople, including painters, plumbers, and carpenters.
  • Carry out routine maintenance on tools and equipment.
  • Perform basic repairs and upkeep as needed.
  • Follow instructions from supervisors or project managers.
  • Participate in team meetings and suggest improvements to enhance productivity.
  • Reading plans and work orders.
  • Demolition and site clean-up.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Knowledge of construction site safety regulations.
  • Time management and task prioritization.
  • Ability to meet the physical demands of the job.
  • Teamwork and collaboration.
  • Effective communication.
  • Problem-solving aptitude.
  • Adaptability to changing environments.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Dependability and punctuality.
  • Initiative and self-motivation.

Desirable Skills

  • Forklift and heavy machinery operation.
  • Driving Licence.
  • CSR Card.
  • First Aid Certification.

Further Information

The Employer is: THE IRISH JOINERY COMPANY LTD JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information - Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. - Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. - Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID
1760616
Job Sector
Construction, Trades and Architecture
Area
Co Armagh
Location
Armagh
Salary
£13.00 per hour
No. vacancies
2
Contract Type
Temporary
Weekly hours
25
Published date
18/02/2026
Closing date
31/03/2026
Worktime
Between 8.30am and 5pm, days to be confirmed by employer

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