Groundworker

The Thrive Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Thrive Group is seeking an experienced Groundworker to join a busy construction team in Manchester and the surrounding North West.

You will carry out general groundworks, drainage, excavation, foundations and concrete works, reading site drawings and adhering to health and safety regulations. CSCS is essential; CPCS/NPORS plant tickets are advantageous. A full UK driving licence is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Experience in general groundworks and civil engineering activities.
• CSCS card essential.
• CPCS or NPORS plant tickets would be advantageous.
• Reliable, hardworking and safety-conscious person.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general groundworks duties across construction sites.
• Undertake excavation, digging, trenching and site preparation.
• Install drainage systems, pipework and associated infrastructure.
• Assist with foundations, concrete works and footings.
• Carry out kerbing, paving, flagging and external works.
• Operate machinery and equipment where appropriately qualified.
• Read and work from site drawings and instructions.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.
• Work effectively alongside site managers, engineers and other trades.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and site regulations.

Skills

Groundworks

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Independence

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced Groundworker to join a busy construction team working on projects across Manchester and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and hardworking individual with previous groundworks experience, looking to join an established team and contribute to the delivery of construction and civil engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general groundworks duties across construction sites.

• Undertake excavation, digging, trenching and site preparation.

• Install drainage systems, pipework and associated infrastructure.

• Assist with foundations, concrete works and footings.

• Carry out kerbing, paving, flagging and external works.

• Operate machinery and equipment where appropriately qualified.

• Read and work from site drawings and instructions.

• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.

• Work effectively alongside site managers, engineers and other trades.

• Follow all health and safety procedures and site regulations.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Groundworker within the construction industry.

• Good knowledge of general groundworks and civil engineering activities.

• Experience with drainage, excavation, foundations and concrete works.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• CSCS card essential.

• CPCS or NPORS plant tickets would be advantageous.

• Reliable, hardworking and safety-conscious approach.

• Full UK driving licence would be beneficial.

The Opportunity

An opportunity to join a busy construction team working on projects across Manchester and the wider North West.

We are looking for someone with a strong work ethic, practical groundworks experience and the ability to deliver work to high standard.