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Construction Labourer

 
Background
Construction labourers are the backbone of building sites, doing essential physical work to help construct buildings, roads, and other structures. You'll carry materials, dig foundations, mix concrete, operate basic tools, and help skilled tradespeople like bricklayers and carpenters. The work is hands-on, outdoors most of the time, and requires teamwork and attention to safety.
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Publications
Construction NewsBuilding Magazine
Books
The Complete Modern ApprenticeBuilding Regulations Explained
Movies
The Great British BuildImpossible Builds
Key Figures
Elon MuskRichard BransonBaroness Karren Brady
Classification
SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference624.1, 331.7For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
General LabourerConstruction WorkerSite LabourerBuilding Labourer
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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