General Builder

Job Overview

Published
Published

May 20, 2026

Location
Location

Kettering

Job Type
Job Type

Construction

Salary
Salary

£40,000.00 per year

Industry
Industry

Full-time

Trade Recruit is proud to represent a well-established and rapidly growing home improvement company, founded in 2014. Specialising in full kitchen and bathroom installations, house renovations, extensions and more. Our client is renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship, attention to detail and outstanding customer service.

Due to continued growth, they are now looking to expand their team by recruiting experienced General Builders and Groundworkers to work across residential and commercial projects in Northamptonshire and surrounding counties.

General Builder

As a General Builder, you will take ownership of a range of construction, renovation and maintenance projects, delivering high-quality work to meet deadlines. Key responsibilities include:

· Site preparation & planning: setting out the site, organising materials and coordinating with other trades.

· Structural work: bricklaying, carpentry, plastering, roofing and general construction tasks.

· Renovation & repair: maintenance, refurbishment and remedial works across residential and commercial properties.

· Compliance: ensuring work meets building codes, safety regulations and quality standards.

· Project management: supervising labour and maintaining timelines and deliverables.

· Finishing works: painting, decorating and fitting fixtures to complete projects.

Groundworker

As a Groundworker, you will prepare and manage external sites to high standards, including:

· Site clearance: removing vegetation, debris and preparing the ground.

· Setting out: marking boundaries and levels according to design specifications.

· Foundations: digging trenches, laying concrete and preparing sub-surfaces for structural works.

· Drainage installation: laying pipes, manholes and ensuring water management systems are in place.

· External works: constructing driveways, footpaths and hard landscaping.

· Final touches: paving, kerbing and completing external areas.

· Safety & compliance: operating heavy machinery safely and ensuring structural integrity.

Skills & Requirements

General Builder:

  • Bricklaying, carpentry, plastering, roofing, painting, repairs and compliance checks.

Groundworker:

  • Site clearance, drainage installation, concreting, paving, landscaping and setting out.

Desirable Qualifications / Certifications:

  • DBS, CSCS, WIAPS
  • City & Guilds / NVQ qualifications

Experience:

  • Minimum 2–3 years in a similar role

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary of up to £40,000 per year depending on experience
  • Permanent position with long-term career prospects
  • 28 days holiday including statutory public holidays
  • Professional, supportive and growing team environment
  • Opportunities for skills development and training

Why Join?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected and expanding home improvement company where your skills are valued and your work has a visible impact. You’ll work on a variety of projects, develop your expertise and contribute to a team committed to quality and excellence.

Apply Today!

If you are a skilled General Builder or Groundworker looking for a long-term opportunity with a company that values craftsmanship and professionalism, apply now to take the next step in your career!

Apply Now

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