Position Title
General Construction Operative / labourers
Office Location
Carlisle
Operating Area
Northwest England / Scottish Boarders
Reporting To
Site Agent / Site Foreman
About Cubby Group
Cubby Construction (part of the Cubby Group) is a trusted name in construction and engineering, delivering high-quality, multi-disciplinary solutions across building & construction, civil engineering, rail, utilities, plant & transport, energy & MEP services, and bespoke joinery.
The company maintains ISO‑accredited quality and environmental systems, a strong commitment to client relationships, and a culture based on reliability, safety and technical excellence.
Role Overview
General Construction Operatives / labourers plays a flexible , hands-on role on building sites supporting skilled tradespeople and keeping operations running smoothly. The exact duties vary by project, but the key responsibilities usually include:
Key Responsibilities
- Helping skilled tradespeople with every aspect of the building process.
- Following all health and safety procedures.
- Site preparation, clearing debris, setting up temporary structures and preparing materials.
- Loading and unloading, moving tools, equipment and building materials around the site
- Assisting trades people such as joiners, bricklayers, plasterers, civil engineers and the likes
- Basic construction work, digging trenches, mixing concrete / cement using simple tools and machinery
- Preparing materials such as cement and plaster.
- Cleaning and maintenance, keeping the site tidy and safe to work in.
- Following safety procedures and wearing PPE
- Identifying hazards and reporting risks
- Maintaining and safely storing tools and equipment
- Under supervision, measuring cutting and preparing materials
- Under supervision, pouring concrete for foundations, walls, beams and floors.
- Ensuring materials are used efficiently and stored correctly
- Transporting, stacking, and removing tools, equipment and materials.
- Taking instructions from site agent / foremen / supervisors / tradespersons
- Working collaboratively with different trades and construction team.
- General ad-hoc duties
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Being punctual and dependable
- Adapting to different tasks as project needs change
Desirable but not essential
- Tele – handler / forward tipping dumper training
- Driving licence
- CSCS / CPCS / NPORS cards
Why Join Cubby Group?
- Be part of a respected, growing organisation with strong community values.
- Work within a supportive, collaborative team environment.
- Opportunity to shape and influence major civil engineering projects.
- Long‑term career development opportunities.
- We offer a dynamic and supportive working environment with opportunities for continued professional development.
Excellent benefits include competitive salary; 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays; 4% employer pension contribution; BUPA Cash Plan; Life assurance cover.
We would love to hear from you! Apply now by emailing your CV, along with a covering letter, outlining your suitability for the role to hr@cubbygroup.co.uk.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. The remuneration package will be negotiable, depending on experience. Cubby Construction Ltd is an equal opportunities employer, so we welcome applications from any suitably qualified individual.