Construction Laborer

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Salary: €1,050-€1,400/month

Job type: Full-time

Experience: Entry

Openings: 28

Contract duration: 1 year

About this role

A building contractor in the Lisbon metropolitan area is hiring 28 construction laborers on a one year renewable contract. You handle and move building materials, assist trades such as carpenters, masons and steel fixers, mix and pour concrete, and keep the site clean and safe under the supervisor daily plan.

On site
This is physical outdoor work across a 40 hour week in all weather, with PPE provided and mandatory. It suits fit workers who are comfortable working outside and careful about safety, since a single mistake on a site has consequences. Pay is €1,050-€1,400/month gross, in line with Portuguese construction rates, with accommodation, meals and PPE included.

Relocating with CHI Recruiting
No formal qualifications are required, the site trains you on tasks and safety. A2 English is enough to start. Portugal issues a national residence visa for subordinate work (D1) followed by a residence permit. Processing usually runs 8 to 12 weeks once your documents are complete. CHI Recruiting is a paid recruitment service and the fee is set out in full before you commit, with no promise of a guaranteed job. We prepare your documents, confirm the employer match, and file the visa and permit.

Requirements

• Valid passport with at least 18 months validity at time of application
• Eligibility to obtain a Portuguese work visa and residence permit (processing 8 to 12 weeks)
• Physically fit and reliable, willing to learn the role during paid on-the-job training
• Basic English at A2 level, with on-site Portuguese classes to build on it
• Willing to live in employer-arranged shared accommodation near the workplace
• Comfortable with physical outdoor or workshop conditions and full PPE for the shift

Skills

• Move and handle building materials on site
• Assist carpenters, masons and steel fixers
• Mix and pour concrete and mortar
• Keep the site clean, safe and organised
• Follow the site supervisor daily plan

Benefits & Perks

• accommodation
• meals
• PPE
• Accommodation provided
• Work visa support

Language requirements

Basic English (A2), on-site Portuguese classes available

FAQ

What does the work permit and visa process look like for Portugal?

Portugal grants a D1 residence visa for subordinate work, then a residence permit. Processing typically takes 8 to 12 weeks once your passport, qualifications and clearances are ready. CHI Recruiting handles the employer-side filing; you pay the government fees (medical, consular, document chain), which are explained transparently before you start.

What is the pay and what is included for this Construction Laborer?

The wage is €1,050-€1,400/month gross, on a undefined renewable contract with 28 openings. The package includes accommodation, meals, PPE. Portuguese pay is issued 14 times a year, with holiday and Christmas months paid on top.

Do I need previous experience to apply?

No. This is an entry-level role in Lisbon, and full training is given on the job. You can start with basic A2 English, and Portuguese classes are available on-site.

What are the working hours and shifts?

Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00, 40 hours a week, outdoor work in all weather.

Is accommodation provided in Lisbon?

Yes. The employer provides shared accommodation and meals on shift, arranged before you arrive in Lisbon, so you have a place to stay from day one.

Do I need to speak Portuguese?

Not to start. The floor runs on simple English and clear instructions, and the employer offers on-site Portuguese classes so you can build the language while you work, which helps day to day life in Lisbon.

To apply, visit the live page: https://chirecruiting.com/jobs/f1e23583-53dd-457d-9876-4b149074071d