This question has two main purposes. First, it serves to put a candidate at ease if they're feeling tense. Second, it servesto help youknow if the candidate has a passion for the career or if it's just another job they're looking for. What to look for in an answer:

• Excitement in their voice
• A sense of passion for the role
• Aspiration to excel in the role

Labourers engage in physically intense duties such as lifting, moving heavy machinery, and loading building materials. You want a candidate who has the stamina to excel in the role. The goal of this question is to understand if the candidate has experience in dealing with the common tasks and willingness to learn. What to look for in a question:

• Willingness to continue learning
• Examples of tasks they have been doing
• Ability to perform tasks

It's common for labourers to encounter problems with new projects such as new machinery. You want someone who is experienced in solving such problems. The goal of the question is to understand the candidate's critical thinking ability and how easily they can solve problems that arise on a day-to-day basis. What to look for in an answer:

• Ability to analyse complex situations
• Examples of how past problems were handled
• Ability to cope with stress

You want to employ someone who observes everything, no matter whether it's a small or big project. Labourers need to observe everything they do, especially when dealing with machinery. A small mistake can not only cost the company tonnes of money but may also be time-consuming. What to look for in an answer:

• Ability to pay attention to small details
• organisational skills
• Observational skills

A change of location is a reality for labourers, especially those working on construction sites. The goal is to understand if the candidate is flexible enough to carry out responsibilities even when they are needed at a different location. What to look for in an answer:

• Flexibility
• Willingness towork at different locations
• Positive attitude towards change

"I am aware that in this type of job one can sometimes be required to move from onelocation to another. I'mflexible and willing to move whenever needed. In my previous job, I could drive up to 50km to report to a workplace.

Working in poor weather conditions is one challenge labourers face. The goal is to know how comfortable the candidate is in working in such conditions. You also want to know if thecandidate is familiar with any safety protocols. What to look for in an answer:

• Rational thinking
• Knowledge of safety protocols
• Willingness to work in poor weather conditions

In most cases, labourers are qualified to operate heavy machinery, construction materials, and other tools. specialised machinery, however, needs additional training. The goal is to know the type of training the candidate has, their experience in dealing with such machinery, and if they have a willingness to train/learn. What to look for in an answer:

• specialised training for machinery
• Qualifications that benefit the company
• Ability to complete tasks safely

"I am a certified construction worker and am licenced to operate bulldozers. I believe I'dbe a valuable addition to your companyand would be willing to learn new skills.

The goal of the question is to determine if the candidate can handle workingunder pressure, which is common in the construction industry. It also helps determine the candidate's creativity and problem-solving ability. A candidate with previous experience has most likely dealt with such a situation before and will be creative enough to find a solution to the problem. What to look for in an answer:

• Creativity
• Problem-solving ability
• Ability to deal with pressure

Codes are regulations in a certain province or territory and apply toall construction companies in Canada. You want to ensure that the candidate is aware of the safety regulations that apply where they are. The goal of this question is to understand if the candidate knows the preventive measures to be taken before working on a project. What to look for in an answer:

• Ability to take measures and control
• Knowledge of safety regulations
• Ability to abide by regulations

Teamwork is very important when working on a construction site. If one thing goes wrong it can have a big impact on the project. The goal is to understand how the candidate relates to their peers and their ability to excel within a team. What to look for in an answer:

• Ability to cooperate
• Sense of excelling in teamwork
• Knowledge of benefits of teamwork

Labourers are responsible for dealing with heavy machinery, climbing heights to finish tasks, concrete finishing, and carpentry,among other tasks. The goal of this question is to know if the candidate's strength matches your job description. What to look for in an answer:

• Enthusiasm in talking about strengths
• Knowledge of different roles
• Confidence levels

Labourers often deal with labour-intensive jobs such as lifting items in the warehouse. The jobs are designed to ensure the safety of a labourer. Therefore, taking shortcuts can compromise the worker's safety. The goal of the question is to know if the candidate follows regulations, or can be easily swayed. What to look for in an answer:

• Ability to adhere to rules
• High level of confidence
• Knowledge on safety

The goal of the question is to understand if the candidate is flexible and can stretch the available resources for the growth of the company. You would want someone who brings value, a creative individual who can develop strategies to improve on different company aspects. What to look for in an answer:

• Flexibility
• Enthusiasm and positive attitude
• Willingness tomake an effort

Not meeting deadlines is a common challenge in labourer roles due to various unpredictable factors. Maybe machinery failed, or the weather changed drastically. The goal is to understand the candidate's time management and communication skills. What to look for in an answer:

• Efficient time management
• Communication skills
• Willingness to ask for help

The goal is to understand a candidate's dedication to work in the company. They should have prior knowledge of the company they want to work for. What to look for in an answer:

• Dedication
• Knowledge of the company
• Ideas for change