GROUNDWORKER - TRAINEE CONSTRUCTION OPERATIVE VACANCY IN LONDON AND HOME COUNTIES (011GS)

A busy South East civil engineering and groundworks business is looking for an experienced Groundworker to join their site teams. If you’ve come from a trade background, engineering, plant, RE, or you’ve spent your career working to plans, hitting standards, and getting the job done safely - you’ll fit in well here. This is hands-on work across excavation, drainage, concrete, kerbing, paving and surfacing, supporting building and civils projects to a high standard. What you’ll be doing * Site prep & set-out: clear, level and prepare sites to spec; plan materials/equipment ahead of tasks * Excavation: dig trenches for foundations, drainage and utilities (hand tools and/or machinery), keeping to depth and safety requirements * Concrete works: mix/pour/finish concrete for slabs, paths and foundations; install formwork and reinforcement * Drainage & pipework: install pipes, manholes and soakaways; ensure correct fall/levels, sealing and testing; brickwork to manholes/gulleys/service pits * Utilities: lay services (water/gas/electrical conduits) in line with regulations * Surfacing & hard landscaping: tarmac, block paving, kerbs, slabs; compact and finish for durability * Plant & kit: operate (where ticketed) and carry out basic checks/maintenance * H&S: work safely, use PPE correctly, report near-misses, keep the site tidy and compliant