At a Glance
- Tasks: Support tradespeople with maintenance activities and keep sites safe and tidy.
- Company: Inspire Futures, dedicated to connecting skilled individuals with rewarding opportunities.
- Benefits: Earn £16.50 per hour with ongoing work and valuable site experience.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and learn from experienced professionals in Portsmouth.
- Why this job: Perfect for veterans or anyone wanting to kickstart a career in construction.
- Qualifications: Experience in construction or military roles is a plus; teamwork skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 16.5 - 16.5 £ per hour.
Location: Portsmouth
Rate: £16.50 per hour
Contract Type: Temporary / Ongoing
About the Opportunity
Inspire Futures is supporting an opportunity for reliable and hardworking individuals to join maintenance teams delivering works across Portsmouth City Council contracts. This role would suit someone with previous construction, engineering, facilities, maintenance or military experience who is looking for ongoing work within the Portsmouth area. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced tradespeople, supporting the delivery of essential maintenance activities across local properties and sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting tradespeople with general site and maintenance activities
- Assisting with preparation of work areas and materials
- Moving and organising tools and equipment
- Supporting repairs, refurbishment and maintenance tasks
- Maintaining a safe and tidy working environment
- Following site health and safety procedures
- Working effectively as part of a team
- Completing tasks to a high standard and within required timescales
Candidate Requirements
- Previous experience working on construction sites, maintenance projects or similar environments is desirable
- Military experience in engineering, logistics, facilities, maintenance or similar roles is welcomed
- Good understanding of health and safety requirements
- Reliable, punctual and able to work independently
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Willingness to support trades teams and learn on the job
- Ability to work effectively within a site environment
Why This Opportunity?
This is a great opportunity for veterans, service leavers and members of the Armed Forces community looking to utilise their practical skills and experience within the construction and maintenance sector. The role offers:
- Temporary but ongoing work
- Competitive hourly rate of £16.50
- Opportunity to gain further site experience
- Portsmouth-based work
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced trades professionals
If you are an ex-service individual or have experience within construction, maintenance or engineering environments and are looking for ongoing work, we would welcome your application.
Site Labourers in Hampshire employer: Inspire Futures
Inspire Futures is an exceptional employer dedicated to supporting the Armed Forces community by providing meaningful career pathways into Project Management. With a fully funded Associate Project Management Apprenticeship, hands-on experience in the mechanical and construction sector, and a strong focus on structured career development and mentoring, we empower our employees to transition their military skills into rewarding civilian roles. Join us in Havant for a unique opportunity to grow professionally while making a significant impact in project delivery.
