Labour Manager

My client is a leading UK construction and infrastructure company based in South East London.

They operate across a range of specialities including demolition, waste management, and rail.
They have an exciting opportunity for a Labour Manager to join the team on a permanent basis.
The role of labour manager will oversee the day-to-day management of the workforce.

They will be integral to the success of the continued growth of the labour force within the business and also to look to retain key frontline staff.
Key skills required:

Excellent written and oral skills.
Excellent organisational skills
Experience in the construction industry
Experience in the recruitment of staff, with a proven track record

Main responsibilities:

Recruitment for all new site level roles
Management of the recruitment ads / social media posts
Book, arrange and manage all interviews
Carry out interviews where required with other managers
Hold company inductions once a week and as the business requires
Set up all new site projects on Bright HR system
Run weekly reports from BR on all staff and issue reports to senior leadership team
Lead the weekly labour meetings with the senior leadership team
Manage the labour forecast sheet, looking ahead at resourcing levels
Check timesheets, match the Bright HR reporting
Manage the company training matrix
Book all training as required, when due for renewal, look to increase operatives’ skill sets
Set up the links with our supply chain for labour
Work closely with our supply chain for the best in the market
Support Leadership Team in recruitment of office-based roles

If interested, please get in touch with Aaron on 0203 008 5212, or click “Apply” to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we believe that inclusivity begins with the candidate experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of, gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.


  • Location: Sidcup, England
  • Salary: Attractive Salary
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: Cavendish Professionals
  • Posted: 08-Mar-2024
  • Posted on: careers4a.com