General Labourer Operative
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 13, 2026.
We’re seeking a proactive Labourers to join our team! Within this role, you will work across the Bradford District, supporting a range of onsite tasks such as general building, clearance and labouring activities.
About us
We are a social housing landlord and one of the largest housing providers in the region with over 22,000 social and affordable homes, mainly in the Bradford district. We employ a talented workforce of nearly 1,000 people.
In 2024 we launched our five-year Corporate Strategy, which runs to 2029. Our purpose is to provide high quality homes, services, and support to our customers, so we’ve worked with colleagues and customers to find out what’s important to them. Our customers sit at the heart of what we do, and our colleagues are the people who’ll help us achieve our vision, which is to create the best customer experience to improve everyday lives.
Duties include:
- Carry out a range of general labouring, property clearance, cleaning, and preparation tasks across tenanted and empty properties.
- Prepare properties for repairs, refurbishment, and re-letting including stripout, basic demolition, and site readiness.
- Assist trade operatives with materials, equipment, and tasks to enable efficient delivery of works.
- Ensure properties are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and safety before, during, and after works.
- Identify and report defects or additional work requirements to ensure issues are addressed promptly.
- Safely handle, transport, and dispose of waste materials, including hazardous waste where applicable.
- Use digital systems to accurately record work progress, completion, and relevant updates.
- Work across multiple sites and locations to support operational priorities and service demand.
- Contribute to team performance by working flexibly and assisting colleagues where needed.
Requirements
- Experience working in a labouring, maintenance, or similar environment.
- Knowledge of Health and Safety systems such as COSHH, HASAWA, and Manual Handling safety regulations.
- Basic knowledge of property maintenance, labouring, or construction environments.
- Experience working in a customer-facing setting.
- Basic IT skills to update job information and records.
- Ability to work in physically demanding environments (lifting, confined spaces, etc).
- Ability to carry out manual labouring and general maintenance tasks safely and effectively.
- A full current manual driving licence.
- Right to Work in the UK - Visa Sponsorship is not available.
- A basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check will be required for the successful candidate as part of the pre-employment process - Criminal Conviction Checks
Benefits
- Starting salary of £27,626 per year
- Social Housing Pension Scheme with up-to 10% employer contribution
- 28 days annual leave that increases with service plus bank holidays
- Option to buy and sell annual leave
- Training, development, and qualification opportunities
- Our Hub: our wellbeing and benefits site, with exclusive access to discounts and savings (at over 800 retailers)
- Corporate health scheme membership
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Local gym membership discounts.
- A team of trained Mental Health First Aiders who are available for colleagues to contact for support
Join Our Team!
We’re looking for great people to join us! At Incommunities, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and supported. We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences-because we know that diverse perspectives make us stronger.
Based in Bradford, a city known for its rich cultural diversity, we serve vibrant communities. As a social housing provider, we’re passionate about making a real difference by providing safe, affordable homes and improving lives.
Our recruitment process is designed to support you every step of the way. If you need any adjustments or assistance, just let us know.
We’re proud to be a Mindful Employer, committed to mental health and wellbeing. We also hold the ‘Committed’ Menopause Friendly Accreditation, recognising the importance of support in the workplace.
Apply early! We review applications as they come in and may close the advert before the deadline.
Ready to make an impact? Come work with us!