Groundworker

Ground Control; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary aligned with skills

Pension scheme

Recognition schemes

Private GP service

Life insurance

Subsidised gym membership

Holiday buy scheme

Job summary

Ground Control is hiring a hardworking and reliable General Labourer / Groundworker to support mobilisation, excavation and reinstatement activities. Based in London/South, you’ll help prepare sites, move materials and assist MER teams while maintaining safety and quality on site.

This role offers on‑the‑job training, potential qualifications, and career progression towards MER Operative or Site Supervisor roles within our geotechnical solutions team.

Qualifications

• Experience in general labouring, groundwork or construction.
• CSCS card or equivalent is required.
• Valid UK driving licence is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support MER Operatives with mobilisation, excavation and reinstatement activities.
• Help prepare sites, including clearing areas, setting up barriers and maintaining safe access.
• Assist with manual digging, handling tools and managing excavated materials.
• Support backfilling, compaction and reinstatement of excavated areas.
• Use basic tools and equipment such as compactors, shovels and wheelbarrows.
• Assist with loading, unloading and moving equipment, tools and materials.
• Keep tools and equipment clean, safe and in good working condition.
• Report damaged or faulty equipment to the Site Supervisor.
• Take part in toolbox talks, safety briefings and daily risk assessments.
• Follow all HSE requirements and keep sites clean, tidy and safe.
• Work closely with MER Operatives and the wider team to deliver projects safely and efficiently.

Skills

General labouring

Groundwork

Construction

CSCS card

UK driving licence

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

At

Location: London/South

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

At Ground Control Geotechnical Solutions, we deliver safe, reliable and sustainable geotechnical and groundwork services across a range of projects.

We're looking for a hardworking and reliable General Labourer / Groundworker to support our Mobilisation, Excavation and Reinstatement (MER) teams. You'll play an important role in preparing sites, supporting excavation and completing reinstatement work safely and efficiently.

This is a great opportunity to develop your groundwork and construction experience, learn new skills and progress your career within our growing Geotechnical Solutions team.

What you’ll do

• Support MER Operatives with mobilisation, excavation and reinstatement activities.
• Help prepare sites, including clearing areas, setting up barriers and maintaining safe access.
• Assist with manual digging, handling tools and managing excavated materials.
• Support backfilling, compaction and reinstatement of excavated areas.
• Use basic tools and equipment such as compactors, shovels and wheelbarrows.
• Assist with loading, unloading and moving equipment, tools and materials.
• Keep tools and equipment clean, safe and in good working condition.
• Report damaged or faulty equipment to the Site Supervisor.
• Take part in toolbox talks, safety briefings and daily risk assessments.
• Follow all HSE requirements and keep sites clean, tidy and safe.
• Work closely with MER Operatives and the wider team to deliver projects safely and efficiently.

What you’ll get

• Full on-the-job training and support.
• Opportunities to gain additional site and safety qualifications.
• Career progression towards MER Operative or Site Supervisor roles.
• Employee benefits and discounts.
• The opportunity to work across a variety of geotechnical and groundwork projects.
• The chance to develop specialist excavation and reinstatement skills.

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience in general labouring, groundwork or construction.
• Basic understanding of excavation and reinstatement.
• Comfortable using hand tools and basic site equipment.
• Good understanding of health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in different weather conditions.
• Reliable, hardworking and willing to learn.
• Good team player with a positive attitude.
• Flexible approach to supporting different projects and site requirements.
• CSCS card or equivalent.
• Valid UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience with paving, tarmacking, landscaping or reinstatement.
• Experience operating small plant, such as compactors or mini excavators.
• First Aid or other relevant safety qualifications.

Benefits

• Competitive salary – aligned with your skills and experience
• Pension scheme – helping you plan for the future
• Recognition schemes – celebrating and rewarding great work
• Private GP service – fast, convenient access to medical support
• Life insurance – providing added peace of mind
• Subsidised gym membership – supporting your health and wellbeing
• Holiday buy scheme – purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave

Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010.
We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation.
We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels.