Groundworker

Ian Williams Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van & fuel card

Uniform & PPE provided

PDA to manage work

Paid holidays

Pension contributions

Life insurance

Free legal and financial advice

Counselling via Lighthouse Charity

Job summary

Ian Williams Ltd is seeking a Groundworker to join our Birmingham-based Response team, carrying out reactive repairs for domestic customers. The role offers a 39-hour week with a competitive basic salary and potential bonuses, plus a company van and fuel card.

You’ll undertake external domestic groundworks, including fencing, paving, brickwork pointing and small concrete areas, always focusing on safety and excellent customer service. A full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in a relevant trade; domestic or social housing experience desirable but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills are important.

Responsibilities

• External domestic groundworks including fencing, minor paving works, brickwork pointing, and small concrete areas.
• Customer-focused: engage with residents and collaborate with your team.
• Apply fault finding skills in domestic settings to resolve issues.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

NVQ Level 2 in a relevant trade

Tools

PDA

Job description

Our business is growing, and so are the opportunities for you to thrive. We’re looking for a skilled Groundworkerto join our Response team, based inthe Birminghamarea, carrying out reactive repairs. Putting our customers at the centre of everything we do, you’ll make a meaningful and lasting impact through every repair.

At Ian Williams, we offer more than just a job! we provide a secure, supportive environment where you’re fairly rewarded and can truly belong.

At Ian Williams, we offer more than just a job:

Competitive basic salaryof £35,530 for a 39 hour working week

On target earningsup to £39,586 with bonus, overtime and callout

Company vanand fuel card

Uniform and PPE provided,plus a PDA to manage your work effectively

Paid holidays, pension contributions and life insurance

Free legal and financial advice,plus free counselling viaLighthouse Charity

The Groundworker role:

Health & Safety first -We're committed to keeping you safe, happy, and supported. Safety is central to every aspect of this role, for you, us, and our customers.

External domestic groundworks-including fencing, minor paving works,brickwork pointing, and small concrete areas.

Customer focused -Enjoy working in domestic environments, engaging with residents and collaborating with your team.

Problem solving -Apply fault finding skills in domestic settings to resolve issues effectively.

What you will bring as a Groundworker:

You will be qualified to NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in a relevant trade, ideally with experience in domestic or social housing environments, desirable, but not essential.

With a genuine passion for improving people’s homes, you bring strong customer service skills and enjoy working with others. A full UK driving licence is required.

Life at Ian Williams

Working atIan Williams means stability,safetyand the chance togo further with us. Ouremployeesbenefitfromlong-termsecured work,due to our contracts, a guaranteed 39hour paid week and consistent opportunities to boost earnings.

We strive to createa strong safety culture,recognised by the ROSPA Presidential Award,which gives us a stay culture.

Our Trades community hasan average length of service of 4.5 years.You’llbe joiningacompany where your skills are valued, your hard work is rewarded, andwe’llsupport your development both on and off the tools.We are proud ourTradespeoplehave grown into Business and General Managers.