Groundworker

BQS Management Services Ltd; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

BQS Management Services Ltd. in the Greater Portsmouth Area is seeking a hands-on Groundworker to execute general groundworks, foundations, drainage, and site services on site.

You will work as part of a crew, operating hand tools and light plant, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality on highways projects. The role requires practical experience in groundworks, outdoor work, and a proactive approach to site tasks, with a commitment to working in varied weather conditions and adhering to

Qualifications

• CSCS Card and site health and safety requirements.
• Experience in groundworks activities, including excavation, foundations, drainage, and site preparation.
• Skills or experience in landscaping and working with trees, shrubs, and general outdoor environments.
• Ability to use hand tools and small plant safely and effectively, with attention to quality and detail.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work cooperatively within a site team.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varied conditions and follow safety instructions at all times.
• Previous experience in civil engineering, highways, or construction environments is beneficial.
• Full UK driving license or reliable transport to sites in the Greater Portsmouth Area is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general groundworks including excavation and trenching.
• Lay foundations and install drainage and utility services.
• Perform basic landscaping and site clearance.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas and follow site instructions.
• Work as part of a site team and adhere to health and safety procedures.

Skills

Groundworks basics

Manual handling

Teamwork

Safety adherence

Education

CSCS Card

Groundworks experience

Tools

Hand tools

Small plant operation

Job description

Company Description BQS Management Services Ltd is a civil engineering company specializing in highways works across the UK. Based in Portsmouth, the company delivers a range of infrastructure and maintenance projects for public and private sector clients. BQS focuses on quality, safety, and efficiency in all site operations, with an emphasis on reliable project delivery. Team members work within a professional environment that values practical expertise and adherence to industry standards.

Role Description The Groundworker role is a full-time, on-site position based in the Greater Portsmouth Area. The role involves carrying out general groundworks, including excavation, trenching, laying foundations, and installing drainage and utility services. Daily tasks may also include basic landscaping, site clearance, tree and shrub planting, and maintaining clean and safe work areas. The Groundworker will work as part of a site team, follow instructions from supervisors, operate hand tools and small plant where required, and adhere to all health and safety procedures. The role may involve working in varying weather conditions and requires a practical, hands‑on approach to civil engineering and highways projects.

Qualifications

• Valid CSCS / CSCS Card and understanding of site health and safety requirements.
• Experience in groundworks activities, including excavation, foundations, drainage, and site preparation.
• Skills or experience in landscaping and working with trees, shrubs, and general outdoor environments.
• Ability to use hand tools and small plant safely and effectively, with attention to quality and detail.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work cooperatively within a site team.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varied conditions and follow safety instructions at all times.
• Previous experience in civil engineering, highways, or construction environments is beneficial.
• Full UK driving license or reliable transport to sites in the Greater Portsmouth Area is an advantage.