Reinstatement Operative
Location: London & surrounding areas
Salary: Competitive
Contract Type: Full time, permanent
Typical Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday
Build the groundwork that keeps infrastructure moving.
At Ground Control Geotechnical Solutions, we deliver safe, sustainable geotechnical and groundwork services that support essential infrastructure projects across the UK.
We’re looking for a practical, reliable Ground Worker with Street Works experience to support excavation, reinstatement, and utility-related works (MER) across active sites in London and surrounding areas.
This is a hands-on, outdoor role where you’ll work alongside experienced site teams, develop specialist skills, and play a key part in delivering high-quality reinstatement and excavation works.
What you’ll do;
You’ll support site teams in delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality Street Works and groundwork operations, including:
Supporting mobilisation of tools, plant, equipment, and materials to and from site
Preparing worksites for Street Works activities, including setting up barriers, signage, and safe pedestrian/diversion routes
Assisting with excavation works, including trial holes, service exposure, and manual digging
Carrying out reinstatement works, including backfilling, compaction, layering, and surface finishes to specification
Supporting compliance with New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA) requirements
Operating basic tools and small equipment such as compactors, breakers, shovels, and wheelbarrows
Maintaining safe, clean, and well-organised working areas at all times
Following RAMS, permits, and strict HSE procedures on every site
Participating in toolbox talks, daily briefings, and safety checks
Working closely with the site team to keep works on programme
What you’ll get;
Hands-on experience in Street Works, excavation, and reinstatement projects
Structured on-site training and mentoring from experienced operatives
Opportunity to gain and develop NRSWA Street Works qualifications and additional tickets
Clear progression routes into skilled operative, chargehand, or site roles
Exposure to a wide variety of infrastructure and geotechnical projects
What we’re looking for;
Previous experience in groundworks, utilities, Street Works, or construction labouring
Working knowledge of excavation and reinstatement processes
Understanding of safe digging practices around utilities/services
Ability to use hand tools and basic site equipment safely and effectively
Strong awareness of site health & safety and compliance requirements
Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all conditions
CSCS Card essential
NRSWA Street Works Modules (Excavation & Reinstatement) essential
Driving licence
Desirable
Experience in utilities, highways, paving, tarmacking, or landscaping
Experience with small plant or machinery (e.g. whacker plate, breaker)
First Aid or other site safety qualifications
Benefits
Competitive salary - aligned with your skills and experience
Pension scheme - helping you plan for the future
Recognition schemes - celebrating and rewarding great work
Private GP service - fast, convenient access to medical support
Life insurance - providing added peace of mind
Subsidised gym membership - supporting your health and wellbeing
Holiday buy scheme - purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave
Equal Opportunities Statement
At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010.
We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation.
We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels.
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