Groundworker Apprentice

BAM Group; Reading; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering a Groundworker Apprenticeship that provides a unique opportunity to kick-start your career in construction. This full-time position allows you to learn essential skills while working on multi-million projects, all under the guidance of experienced mentors. You'll gain hands-on experience in preparing construction sites, laying foundations, and operating tools, while also enjoying the benefits of a living away allowance for projects that require travel. Join a company that values sustainable practices and is committed to building a better future for communities.

Benefits

Living away allowance

Travel expenses paid

Qualifications

• Eager to learn and develop new skills in construction.
• Desirable to hold a driving licence or access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and level construction sites for projects.
• Lay foundations, drainage systems, and concrete.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork Skills

Hands-on Work

Reliability

Education

GCSE’s Maths and English grade 5 or above

Tools

Construction Tools

Job description

What you need to know

• Location: Reading area (some travel and living away expected)
• Start date: September 2025
• Contract type: Full time/permanent

Our apprenticeship

Are you looking to kick-start your career in construction? Do you enjoy working outdoors and being hands-on? Join our team as a Groundworker Apprentice and build the foundations for a successful career in the industry!

BAM is a trusted name in construction, delivering high-quality infrastructure projects. From foundations to drainage, we take pride in creating the groundwork for success.

A BAM apprenticeship is a full time earn and learn position; where you will be involved in delivering multi million projects. Leaving a lasting legacy and positive change in our communities.

On completion of a level 2 apprenticeship, you will then be given the opportunity to progress on to further learning and leadership training to work towards becoming a Works Manager of the future.

What will you be doing?

As a Groundworker Apprentice, you’ll learn essential skills to support construction projects, including:

• Preparing and levelling construction sites.
• Laying foundations, drainage systems, and concrete.
• Operating and maintaining tools and equipment.
• Following health and safety protocols on-site.
• Working as part of a team to complete a variety of groundwork tasks.

You’ll gain hands-on experience while working towards a Level 2 Groundworker Apprenticeship with the support of experienced mentors and on-the-job training.

What you'll need

Academic requirements

• GCSE’s Maths and English grade 5 or above is desirable but you will have the opportunity to build on your academic achievements so far whilst on the apprenticeship
• To be eligible for this apprenticeship you must not already hold a similar qualification of the same level.

Additional requirements

• A lot of our projects are in locations that are not accessible via public transport so a driving licence would be desirable or the ability to learn and have access to a vehicle whilst on the apprenticeship
• Due to the nature of our industry, you may be required to move away to work on a project. We cannot always guarantee that you will be placed on a project which is close to your home. BAM do support this by paying a living away allowance.

Who are we looking for?

We’re seeking enthusiastic individuals who:

• Are eager to learn and develop new skills.
• Enjoy practical, hands-on work in an outdoor environment.
• Have good communication and teamwork skills.
• Are reliable, hardworking, and take pride in their work.
• Hold a valid driving licence (desirable) or are willing to obtain one during the apprenticeship.
• Be willing to sometimes live away on projects or travel (living away allowance and travel expenses paid)

Who are we?

The art of building is about building for communities; it’s about building for life.

Where others stop, we go further, leading the way towards a sustainable tomorrow for us and future generations. As an industry leader, we raise the bar.

Our values: sustainable, inclusive, collaborative, reliable and ownership, enable us to achieve our ambitions. Today, tomorrow and every day.