BARTLETT CONTRACTORS LTD - Groundworker Apprentice

Go Construct; England; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Bartlett Contractors Ltd is offering a Level 2 Groundworker Apprenticeship on civil engineering projects in the water industry. Earn £19,968 a year while gaining practical skills and qualifications, with supervision from experienced professionals.

The apprenticeship runs for 1 year 6 months, starts 01 January 2027, and includes college-based training at THE Bournemouth AND POOLE COLLEGE. You’ll learn excavation, drainage installation, site prep, tool use, and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade 2 or above.
• Willingness to undertake college-based training.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist with excavation and groundwork activities.
• Install drainage systems and water infrastructure.
• Prepare sites for construction works.
• Follow health, safety and environmental procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Team working

Education

GCSE English & Maths (grade 2+)

Job description

Kick start your career with our Level 2 Groundworker Apprenticeship and work on exciting civil engineering projects in the water industry. Gain practical skills, industry-recognised qualifications and support from experienced professionals whilst earning a wage.

Annual wage: £19,968 a year
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Training course: Groundworker (level 2)

Hours
Generally, Monday to Friday between the hours of 7am and 5pm.
48.0 hours a week

Possible start date: Friday 01 January 2027

Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Positions available: 2

Work

As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you'll do at work

As a Groundworker Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced operatives on civil engineering projects within the water industry. Most of your time will be spent working outdoors in a variety of locations, helping to deliver essential infrastructure projects.

Your duties may include:

• Assisting with excavation and groundwork activities
• Installing drainage systems, pipework and water infrastructure
• Preparing sites for construction works
• Using hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Assisting with concrete works, reinstatement and finishing tasks
• Reading and following site drawings and instructions
• Maintaining a safe, clean and organised work environment
• Following health, safety and environmental procedures at all times
• Working as part of a team to deliver projects to a high standard

Health and safety will be a key part of your role and you will learn how to work safely around construction plant, excavations and live water assets. Q1. Are you prepared to be working outdoors in all types of weather? Q2. Do you drive and are you able to travel between locations as required?

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

THE BOURNEMOUTH AND POOLE COLLEGE

Your training course

Groundworker (level 2)

Your training plan

App L2 ST0513 (388) Groundworker (HC) BPC Grow for Apprentices programme. Attend college and completing apprenticeship coursework.

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English & Maths (grade 2 or above)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Communication skills
• Physical fitness
• Team working

Other requirements

You will be required to apply to The College and attend an academic interview. A driving licence is preferable.

About this company

Bartlett Contractors Ltd are a specialist civil engineering company, operating as a Principal Contractor within the water industry. We have extensive experience working directly for water companies and delivering infrastructure projects across clean water and wastewater networks.

https://www.bartlettcontractors.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Progression to full-time employment for the right candidate.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BARTLETT CONTRACTORS LTD

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000060397.

Closes on Monday 30 November 2026