Groundworker

Laing O'Rourke; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is recruiting a groundworks operative for the HMP Garth & Wymott Project near Preston. You will carry out excavation, drainage, ducting, concreting and finishing works on site, with a focus on safety and quality.

The ideal candidate has groundworks experience, a valid CSCS card, and the ability to work alone or as part of a team. Travel to the Preston project and flexible hours may be required; training and toolbox talks are provided.

Qualifications

• Groundworks experience in construction or civil engineering.
• Valid CSCS Card is required.
• Full right to work in the UK.
• Ability to travel to Preston project location.

Responsibilities

• Carry out groundworks including excavation, drainage, ducting, concreting.
• Assist with site preparation and general construction activities.
• Operate small plant and tools where authorised.
• Maintain a clean and organised working area.
• Follow site health, safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Groundworks

H&S awareness

Team player

Flexible

Reliable

Tools

CSCS Card

Job description

Location

HMP Garth & Wymott Project
Rear of the Boiler House
HMP Garth & Wymott
Ulnes Walton Lane
Leyland
Preston
Lancashire
PR26 8LW

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Rate of Pay

£17.80 - £21.90 per hour (depending on experience)

Duties

• Carry out all aspects of groundworks including excavation, drainage, ducting, concreting and finishing works.
• Assist with site preparation and general construction activities.
• Operate small plant and tools where authorised.
• Work safely and in accordance with company procedures and site requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organised working area.
• Follow instructions from Supervisors and Site Management.
• Attend site briefings, toolbox talks and training as required.
• Promote health, safety and environmental standards at all times.

Experience/Skills Required

• Previous groundworks experience within construction or civil engineering environments.
• Good understanding of site health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable and flexible approach to work.
• Experience in drainage, concreting and general groundworks activities desirable.

Requirements

• Valid CSCS Card.
• Full right to work in the UK.
• Previous construction site experience.
• Ability to travel to the Preston project location.

About Us

Laing O'Rourke is an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects across the UK, Middle East and Australia.

With more than 150 years of experience, we continue to deliver some of the world's most challenging and innovative construction projects.