43 general labor jobs found in London

Special Projects Fire Safety Advisor Role: Special Projects Fire Safety Advisor Rate: Competitive Day Rate Contract Type: Interim, Full-Time Location: South East England Contract Length: Initial 6 Month Contract with Potential to Extend up to 12 Months Working Arrangements: Hybrid Working Closing Date: 19 July 2026 Special Projects Fire Safety Advisor – Overview * An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Special Projects Fire Safety Advisor to join a leading social housing provider on an interim basis. This role will provide technical leadership across a large residential portfolio, supporting the assessment, investigation, and remediation of complex fire safety risks associated with external wall systems. * The successful candidate will act as a trusted technical expert, providing specialist advice on fire safety compliance, supporting funding applications, contributing to legal proceedings, and helping to deliver safer homes for residents. Special...

The role sits within the Building Safety Team and works in close collaboration with internal enforcement officers to support the delivery of the Private Sector Building Safety Programme. The programme is designed to identify high and medium rise private residential buildings in Southwark which may have unsafe cladding or other fire safety defects. Working in partnership with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG), the Building Safety Programme supports building owners in taking immediate steps to safeguard residents and in making informed decisions regarding interim measures and remedial works. The post holder is responsible for collecting and reviewing external wall systems (EWS) data, specifically focussing on those with combustible cladding. The aim is to ensure that risks of unsafe cladding and any other identified fire safety deficiencies are evaluated and addressed appropriately. Key Responsibilities: Undertake initial desktop review of...

Southwark Council are looking for an Interim Operational Lead - RPEEPs & PCFRAs. £400 per day (Could be negotiated). 2 days at the office SE1 2QH (Flexible). About the role: We are seeking an experienced Interim Operational Lead to drive the delivery of Person Centred Fire Risk Assessments (PCFRAs) and Residential Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (RPEEPs) in line with the Fire Safety (Residential Evacuation Plans) (England) Regulations 2025. The role is peripatetic as it is primarily attending resident's flats and carrying out Person Centred Fire Risk Assessments, however, can we put 2 days at the office per week (flexible). You will lead the end-to-end RPEEPs process, ensuring residents at risk are identified, assessed and supported with proportionate, effective mitigation measures. Key responsibilities: Deliver and oversee PCFRAs and RPEEPs across residential settings Manage the full lifecycle: assessment, technical review, implementation and review of mitigation...

We are seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to join a growing team delivering surveys and inspections across residential, commercial, and public sector properties. The successful candidate will carry out building condition surveys, identify defects, assess compliance and safety risks, and provide clear technical recommendations. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated surveyor with experience in housing, rail, or public sector environments. Key Responsibilities Conduct fabric condition surveys and inspections of buildings and assets Identify defects including damp, mould, cracking, water ingress, and structural issues Carry out HHSRS, fire safety, and compliance inspections Produce accurate technical reports and remedial recommendations Assess maintenance and lifecycle requirements of building elements Work closely with contractors, clients, and internal stakeholders Ensure work is completed in line with health & safety and compliance standards Manage survey...

Food Production Operative Location: Warminster Shift: 7:15am - 4:45pm Pay Rate: £12.71 p/h Contract: Temp to perm Role Overview As a Food Production Operative, you will work hands-on in the factory production area, supporting the full cycle of food preparation and packaging. You will handle ingredients, operate basic production equipment (after training), check product quality, weigh and portion items accurately, package finished goods, and ensure all safety and hygiene standards are maintained at all times. Key Responsibilities Prepare and handle ingredients before they enter the production line (sorting, measuring, portioning) Support food processing stages including mixing, preparing, filling, and portion control Weigh products accurately according to production specifications Pack, seal and label finished food products Operate basic food production equipment after receiving full training Perform visual quality checks (appearance, weight, packaging, labels) Maintain a...

Working Foreman / Site Supervisor – Specialist Concrete Finishes Central London | Long-Term Opportunity | Immediate Start We are looking for an ambitious Working Foreman / Site Supervisor to join a well-established specialist concrete contractor delivering high-quality projects across Central London. We are seeking a hands-on supervisor who is looking to progress into management and become a key part of a growing business with a strong pipeline of work and long-term career opportunities. Company brief - We specialise in: * Polished Concrete * Terrazzo Flooring * Microcement Finishes * In-situ Concrete Stairs * External Exposed Aggregate Concrete The Role You will initially work as a Working Foreman within a small specialist team, learning our products and systems while helping to manage day-to-day site operations. Responsibilities include: * Leading daily site briefings and safe starts * Organising labour and daily work activities * Maintaining site...

Teamforce Labour are currently recruiting for an experienced Shuttering Carpenter with a valid PTS (Personal Track Safety) certification to work on a project in Central London. Pay: PAYE Umbrella Duration: 3 Week Blockade Role & Responsibilities Construct, install, and dismantle timber and proprietary formwork systems. Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications. Measure, cut, and assemble formwork to the required standards. Ensure all formwork is accurately positioned and secured prior to concrete pours. Work safely within a rail environment, adhering to all PTS and site safety regulations. Collaborate with site management and other trades to ensure work is completed efficiently. Carry out repairs and alterations to existing formwork as required. Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area.Requirements Proven experience as a Shuttering Carpenter. Valid PTS (Personal Track Safety) certification (essential). Valid CSCS Card. Ability to read and interpret...

Mechanical Supervisor - Central London £300-£350 per day (Outside IR35) | Long-Term Contract - 12 months + We are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to join a leading M&E contractor delivering a flagship commercial fit-out project in Central London. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a high-profile development, taking responsibility for the supervision of full mechanical building services packages, including HVAC, pipework, plant rooms and BMS installations. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving quality, safety, and programme performance throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Supervise and coordinate all mechanical installation activities on site Oversee the delivery of full mechanical building services packages, including HVAC, pipework, plant rooms and BMS works Manage subcontractors and direct labour to ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, and to specification Monitor daily progress and...

Leading tier 1 main contractor looking for a freelance Estimator to join their fit out / refurb division of the business, focusing on projects ranging from £50k up to £100m+ across the commercial, education, healthcare and retail sectors. My client is looking for an Estimator on a freelance basis who has experience working on either fit out, refurb or construction projects with a tier 1 or large tier 2 main contractor. You will be based in the Central London office with some hybrid working each week. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and tender submissions, analysing drawings and specifications, obtaining and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations, and supporting the pre-construction team to secure new business opportunities. Estimator Roles & Responsibilities Preparing detailed cost estimates for commercial fit-out, refurbishment and interior construction projects. Reviewing drawings, specifications, schedules and...

Highways Foreman | Central London (West End) Position: Highways Foreman Location: Central London (West End) Duration: 3-6 months initially (Strong extension potential) Rate: Competitive Day Rate (Paid via CIS) Sector: Highways, Surfacing & Urban Realm Are you an experienced Highways Foreman who excels at driving high-quality, hands-on site delivery in busy, high-visibility urban environments? We are partnering with a market-leading highways contractor to recruit a contract Highways Foreman for a high-profile roads and urban realm enhancement scheme in Central London's West End. This is a fast-paced, logistically challenging project. If you have a strong background in leading surfacing crews, street works, and managing direct labor and subcontractors under TfL or local authority frameworks, this is an excellent scheme to run. 🛠️ Scope of Works This contract focuses on urban modernization, pavement, travel infrastructure, and high-spec public realm upgrades. The work...

Site Agent | Central London Highways Scheme (West End) Position: Site Agent Location: Central London (West End) Duration: 6-12 months (Strong potential for extension) Rate: Competitive Day Rate (Paid via CIS) Sector: Highways, Urban Realm & Active Travel Are you an experienced Highways Site Agent looking for a high-profile, fast-paced contract in the heart of London? We are partnering with a highly reputable highways subcontractor to recruit a Site Agent for a major streetscape public realm improvement scheme in Central London. This is a logistically complex, high-visibility urban civils project. If you have a strong track record delivering TfL or major municipal highways term maintenance contracts, this is the perfect project to add to your portfolio. 🛠️ The Scope of Works This scheme is heavily focused on modernizing Central London's road infrastructure. Your day-to-day delivery footprint will include: Roadworks & Resurfacing: Structural pavement upgrades and...

Job Title: Operations Manager - Repairs/Direct Works Location: Hybrid (Bromley By Bow or The Oasts, Maidstone) Contract Type: Interim About the Role: We are seeking an Operations Manager to lead the delivery of high-quality responsive repairs and maintenance services across a designated region. Reporting to the Head of Direct Services, you will manage a budget of approximately £5 million, oversee a team of over 30 directly employed operatives/technicians, and specialist subcontractors. Your role will ensure services are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with agreed performance standards. You will drive operational excellence, value for money, and outstanding customer outcomes while fostering an inclusive, visible, and collaborative culture. Through data-driven decision-making and strong stakeholder engagement, you will ensure repairs services remain resident-focused, compliant, and aligned with organisational values. Key Responsibilities: * Oversee end-to-end...

Lewisham Council are looking for an Interim Disrepair Surveyor. £358 per day. Main Purpose of the job: To provide specialized technical expertise for the Lewisham Councils Disrepair service. You will be inspecting residents� properties due to disrepair concerns, preparing expert reports, ensuring to fulfil our legal repair obligations. Ensuring identified works are completed to a satisfactory standard ensuring resident satisfaction. Summary of Responsibilities and Personal Duties: To provide expert advice in relation to Disrepair both for internal and external stakeholders and to work with the communications team to produce materials for distribution on both the website and in person. To inspect areas managed by the Lewisham Council or where Lewisham Council has responsibility including leaseholders, private sector landlords and have been instructed too in association with Disrepair Produce expert reports, including pictures and root cause findings following detailed...

A London local authority is looking for an experienced Interim Head of Talent Resourcing to provide senior leadership across its recruitment and resourcing service during an important period of change. This is a senior Head of Service-level assignment, operating at a level comparable to Assistant Director. Reporting directly to the HR Director and joining the HR leadership team, you will lead a small established team and take immediate ownership of several critical resourcing priorities. The authority has a lean HR function, and the talent and resourcing leadership role has been vacant for an extended period. It therefore needs someone who can quickly understand the service, establish clear priorities and provide both strategic direction and visible, hands-on leadership. Immediate priorities include addressing recruitment pressures across children’s and adults’ services, improving turnaround times and leading a significant agency-to-permanent conversion programme involving more...

SW-007-Plasterer266 Plasterer £220 per day Working for a Maintenance Contractor Based out of Romford, East London/Essex Long-term temp role | Social Housing Maintenance Role good to knows * Covering a geographical area within the London Borough of Havering * Own van would be the preference, but own car also considered * If you don’t have your own transport, please still apply as there is the option to deliver materials to site Overview We are currently seeking experienced Plasterers to join a busy social housing maintenance team working across properties in London Borough of Havering. This is a long-term temporary position carrying out planned works in communal social housing blocks with the key works consisting of being: * The removal of old Artex and re-placing with a new skim coat to the walls * The main areas of work will consist of communal areas in housing estate stairwells The ideal candidate will be a strong Plasterer with reliable...

Job Specification - Groundsman / Manual Labourer Job Title: Groundsman / Manual Labourer Working Hours: Monday to Friday £13.54 per hour AND weekly pay Location: Chertsey , Surrey Role Summary: To carry out grounds maintenance and general manual labour duties to ensure outdoor areas are safe, clean, and well maintained. Key Responsibilities: Grass cutting, strimming, and hedge trimming. Digging and preparing ground for planting, landscaping, drainage, and maintenance works. Planting, watering, and maintaining trees, shrubs, and flower beds. Litter picking and keeping outdoor areas clean. Assisting with fencing, paving, and minor repairs. Loading, unloading, and moving materials and equipment. Operating and maintaining grounds maintenance machinery and hand tools safely. Following health and safety procedures at all times. Working as part of a team and completing tasks to a high standard.Skills and Experience: Experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or manual labour...

Job Specification - Groundsman / Manual Labourer Job Title: Groundsman / Manual Labourer Working Hours: Monday to Friday £13.54 per hour AND weekly pay Location: Chertsey , Surrey Role Summary: To carry out grounds maintenance and general manual labour duties to ensure outdoor areas are safe, clean, and well maintained. Key Responsibilities: Grass cutting, strimming, and hedge trimming. Digging and preparing ground for planting, landscaping, drainage, and maintenance works. Planting, watering, and maintaining trees, shrubs, and flower beds. Litter picking and keeping outdoor areas clean. Assisting with fencing, paving, and minor repairs. Loading, unloading, and moving materials and equipment. Operating and maintaining grounds maintenance machinery and hand tools safely. Following health and safety procedures at all times. Working as part of a team and completing tasks to a high standard.Skills and Experience: Experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or manual labour...

Teamforce Labour are currently seeking an experienced ADT Operator who also holds a valid Forward Tipping Dumper qualification to join a major infrastructure project on the Lower Thames Crossing in Tilbury, RM18. This is an excellent opportunity to secure long-term work on one of the UK's largest civil engineering projects. Role & Responsibilities: Safely operate an Articulated Dump Truck (ADT) and Forward Tipping Dumper. Transport excavated materials, aggregates and spoil across the site. Load, move and tip materials efficiently while following site instructions. Carry out daily machine inspections and report any defects immediately. Work closely with site management and plant operatives to maintain productivity. Follow all health, safety and environmental procedures at all times. Maintain safe working practices around pedestrians, vehicles and other plant. Assist with general site operations when required.Requirements: Valid CPCS or NPORS ADT qualification. Valid Forward...

Start immediately Possibly Long-term/permanent role The Staffing Network are a national labour provider and are recruiting experienced counter balance FLT drivers for our clients busy operation based in Harlow Counterbalance Driver duties: * Safely operate a Counterbalance forklift * - loading & unloading. * Wrapping pallets and general warehouse duties. * You must have a valid Counterbalance forklift certificate. * Must have proven experience and operating a Reach & Counterbalance forklift. Shift Pattern Monday - Friday 7am till 3pm

General Foreman / Foreperson Guildford Inside IR35 Contract We are currently looking to speak with experienced General Foremen / Forepersons for a contract opportunity supporting major infrastructure projects in the Guildford area. This role will involve supervising day-to-day site activities, coordinating labour, plant, and subcontractors, and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme requirements. Working closely with Site Managers and Engineers, you will play a key role in maintaining productivity and driving high standards across site operations. Previous experience delivering civil engineering or infrastructure projects for Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors is highly desirable. For more information or a confidential discussion, please apply with your updated CV. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age,...