Construction Labourer

Description

Contract: Permanent
Location: Preston (site-based with nationwide travel)
Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 per annum

About Us

SEED Environmental is one of the UK's leading providers of intelligent environmental and property incident response, remediation and restoration services for our insurance, commercial and public sector clients. We adopt an "Intelligent Solutions" approach, assessing and analysing every incident on its merits before implementing a unique response.

As part of the Celnor Group, we maintain a family culture where everyone is welcoming, helpful, and open to ideas. We value giving people a voice and creating an environment where colleagues can thrive and develop their careers.

This role sits within the CTSL part of our business, offering the opportunity to work with a dedicated team known for its technical expertise and commitment to excellent client service. CTSL Group joined SEED Environmental in 2025, bringing together complementary expertise in environmental compliance, spill response, and remediation. Founded in 2006 and based in Leyland with additional depots across the UK, CTSL is recognised as one of the UK's leading specialists in environmental claims management and site services.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Construction Labourer to join our CTSL team based in Preston, working on nationwide projects. You will work as part of a two-person team alongside a Multi Skilled Builder, carrying out specialist remediation work on oil contaminated residential properties across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills in environmental remediation whilst working in a varied and challenging environment. You'll assist with both internal and external building works, undertaking site works, remediation, and reinstatement tasks under the direction of the Multi Skilled Builder, with training provided on the job and opportunities to expand your skill set.


Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Multi Skilled Builder with all aspects of remediation work on oil contaminated residential properties including:
  • Removing contaminated soils, brickwork, and internal floors
  • Supporting underpinning and damp proof course installation
  • Assisting with brickwork and blockwork tasks
  • Supporting plastering and drainage works
  • General labouring and construction tasks
• Carry out site works under the direction of the Multi Skilled Builder
• Assist with hand-digging excavation works to facilitate contamination removal
• Drive machinery and use power tools to carry out intrusive construction works
• Keep sites tidy, clean and safe, identifying potential hazards and working in a controlled manner
• Support the maintenance and servicing of equipment, reporting faults when identified
• Assist with collecting photographs of completed works for documentation purposes
• Communicate professionally with homeowners and colleagues
• Travel nationwide to project sites and work away from home when required
• Follow health and safety protocols, including proper use of PPE
• Utilise your own initiative, skills and knowledge where appropriate

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Essential Requirements:

• Physically fit and able to undertake a variety of physically demanding tasks
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Can-do attitude with an adaptable approach to work in a varied and sometimes challenging environment
• Positive attitude with a motivated approach and able to use own initiative
• Clean, presentable, and well-spoken with strong communication skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to work away from home and travel nationwide
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable:

• Previous construction or labouring experience
• Experience gained in a construction site environment with appreciation for health and safety
• Ability to operate plant and machinery
• CPCS or plant operator tickets
• CSCS card
• Abrasive wheels certification
• Background in demolition, construction, or landscaping
• Experience with remediation works or contaminated land works

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of £26,000 - £30,000 per annum and provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:

• Holiday entitlement increasing with service (up to 25 days plus bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Life insurance (2x annual salary)
• Company van with fuel card
• Enhanced sick pay and employee assistance programme
• Overtime rates available
• £25 per night tax-free allowance when working away
• Single occupancy accommodation when away from home
• Meal allowances for away work

SEED Environmental is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining why you're the right fit for this role.

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Important information

Celnor Group and its businesses manage recruitment directly. We do not require agency support for this role and will only engage with recruitment partners from our preferred supplier list where necessary.

We may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to support parts of the recruitment process. AI is not used for candidate screening, scoring or hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by people, for people. Our recruitment systems are ISO 42001 accredited, reflecting our commitment to ethical, transparent and responsible use of technology.