Verified subcontractors · Real-time messaging

The fastest way to hire skilled trades.

Post jobs in under 60 seconds and instantly connect with verified subcontractors ready to work.

CSCS verified
Trade-matched
Message in-app

How Trado works

1

Post your job

Share the trade, location, pay, and start date in under 60 seconds.

2

Review applicants

Browse verified subcontractors matched by trade, distance, and availability.

3

Hire & message

Accept the right worker and chat in-app to confirm the details.

No fees to post · Verified workers only
How it works

Built for both sides of the site.

For Contractors

Hire
  1. 1
    Post a job in 60 seconds
  2. 2
    Review applications
  3. 3
    Message applicants
  4. 4
    Hire the right worker
  5. 5
    Mark job complete & review

For Workers

Work
  1. 1
    Complete your profile
  2. 2
    Browse matched jobs
  3. 3
    Apply in one tap
  4. 4
    Chat with the contractor
  5. 5
    Get hired & get reviewed
Platform

Everything you need to hire and get hired.

A focused marketplace — no fluff, no middlemen.

Verified workers

Every subcontractor is ID and CSCS checked before they can apply.

Live availability

See who can start this week — not next month.

Smart matching

Workers get notified the moment a job matches their trade and area.

Ratings & reviews

Both sides rate each job — trust is built one project at a time.

Real-time messaging

Chat directly with applicants and hired workers in one place.

One-click apply

Workers apply in a tap. Contractors accept or reject just as fast.

Ready to build faster?

Post your first job or create your worker profile — it takes under a minute.

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