Main job:
Dig, lay pipes, concrete, and landscape on UK construction sites as a skilled groundworker.
Key Responsibilities
1. Excavation: Dig trenches, foundations with JCB/mini digger
2. Piping & drainage: Lay pipes, fit manholes, connect drainage
3. Concrete work: Pour, level, finish concrete bases/slabs
4. Landscaping: Grade, level, and seed/turf areas
5. Safety: Follow RAMS, use PPE, spot hazards
6. Teamwork: Work with banksmen, slingers, supervisors
Requirements – UK 2026
-Safety critical medical (Plant operators)
- Quals: NVQ L2 in Groundworks or Construction Ops
- Experience: 1-2 years on-site experience
- Skills: Manual handling, basic tools, spatial awareness
- Certs: CSCS card, SMSTS
Typical Day
- AM: Briefing, set out area
- Work: Dig, lay, finish
- PM: Tidy up, report issues
Pay: £23.00-£24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ellesmere Port, Cheshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Groundworker: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person