Labourer

Core Responsibilities

General labouring duties

Moving materials, tools, and equipment around site

Keeping work areas clean and safe

Assisting different trades as needed

Basic electrical support work

Running cables and trunking under supervision

Drilling and chasing walls for wiring routes

Installing cable trays, conduit, and containment

Pulling wires through ducts

Mounting back boxes, sockets, or light fittings (basic prep work)

What You Won’t Usually Do

Final electrical connections (unless trained and qualified)

Testing and certification

Complex fault-finding

Those tasks are typically handled by fully qualified electricians due to safety regulations.

Skills & Requirements

Essential

Good physical fitness

Basic tool handling (drills, hand tools)

Awareness of site safety

Helpful / Often Requested

A CSCS Card (very common requirement in the UK)

Some knowledge of electrical basics

Experience on construction sites

Bonus (can lead to better roles)

Level 1 or 2 electrical qualification

Experience as an electrical mate

Work Environment

Construction sites (new builds, refurbishments)

Commercial buildings (offices, shops)

Residential properties

Sometimes outdoor work in varying weather