Apprentice Groundworker

Working as part of a team on a major infrastructure project, we have a fantastic opportunity for an apprentice to involved in the Groundworks on site, whilst studying for a Level 2 Groundworker Apprenticeship qualification.

Groundworkers are the first trade on to a construction and civil engineering site and they work closely with supervisors and engineers in interpreting design specifications to prepare the site ready for the structural building works to take place. They continue their work throughout the construction phase, working with all on-site construction trades, such as bricklayers and plant operatives, up to and including the final completion activities of the project. This Apprenticeship will include working alongside qualified staff and learning all aspects of Groundworkers including:

- Adhering to Health & Safety
- Setting out and preparing the sub-surfaces ready for the structural work to begin
- Interpreting plans and drawings
- Site clearance
- Unloading and storing building materials
- Marking out and digging trenches
- Installing drainage systems
- Constructing roads and pathways
- Assisting with road drainage and attenuation works
- Carrying out finished hard landscaping
- Working with a banksman
- General labouring
- Keeping work area clean and tidy
- Clearing up at the end of the day

**Job Types**: Full-time, Apprenticeship

**Salary**: £13,520.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company car
- Company pension
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Colchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

- CSCS (preferred)
- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person