Groundworker

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Groundworkers are needed for a major site project at Portsmouth Naval Dockyard. The role runs from December 2026 through to April 2027, Monday to Friday, 7am-5pm.

You will dig trenches, break concrete, assist with demolition, drainage and general site maintenance. A valid CSCS card is essential and candidates must provide their own PPE.

Qualifications

• Valid CSCS card - essential
• Previous groundworks or site labouring experience
• Reliable, hardworking and willing to get stuck in
• Punctual and committed to the full project
• Abrasive Wheels qualification would be an advantage

Responsibilities

• Digging trenches and carrying out groundworks
• Breaking up and removing concrete
• Assisting with demolition work
• Removing railings and other site structures
• Supporting drainage and dock works
• General site maintenance and assisting trades where required

Skills

CSCS card (essential)

Groundworks experience

Reliable and hardworking

Punctual and committed

Abrasive Wheels qualification (adv)

Job description

Groundworkers Wanted - Portsmouth, Hampshire - £15.69ph

Monday-Friday | 7am-5pm - Running from December 2026 through to April 2027.

Looking for consistent work on a major site project? We're recruiting experienced Groundworkers to join a project at Portsmouth Naval Dockyard, running from December 2026 through to April 2027.

This is a great opportunity for reliable candidates with previous site experience who are available for the full project.

What's involved?

• Digging trenches & carrying out groundworks
• Breaking up & removing concrete
• Assisting with demolition work
• Removing railings & other site structures
• Supporting drainage & dock works
• General site maintenance & assisting trades where required

What we're looking for:

• Valid CSCS card - essential
• Previous groundworks or site labouring experience
• Reliable, hardworking & willing to get stuck in
• Punctual & committed to the full project
• Abrasive Wheels qualification would be an advantage

Important project dates:

• Start date: 2nd December 2026.
• Christmas shutdown: 23rd December 2026 - 4th January 2027.
• Finish date: 26th April 2027.

IMPORTANT: You MUST be available for the full project duration & have your own PPE.

You must provide your own PPE, including:

• Safety boots & wellies.
• Ear defenders & Hard Hat & Gloves.
• Long-sleeved high-vis & Long trousers.

Job Number BS110 / INDPLANT

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire

Role │ Groundworker