Groundworker Apprentice

Training Provider; Sturminster Newton; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

THE BOURNEMOUTH AND POOLE COLLEGE is offering a Level 2 Groundworker Apprenticeship on civil engineering projects in the water industry. You will gain practical skills, industry-recognised qualifications and support from experienced professionals while earning a wage.

The role involves outdoor work on construction sites, assisting with excavation, drainage, pipework and concrete tasks, and following site drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with excavation and groundwork activities
• Installing drainage systems, pipework and water infrastructure
• Preparing sites for construction works
• Using hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Assisting with concrete works, reinstatement and finishing tasks
• Reading and following site drawings and instructions
• Maintaining a safe, clean and organised work environment
• Following health, safety and environmental procedures at all times
• Working as part of a team to deliver projects to a high standard

Job description

Training Provider: THE BOURNEMOUTH AND POOLE COLLEGE

Salary: National Minimum Wage for Apprentices — £19,968 a year

Address: Stearts Yard, Stearts Lane, Hinton St. Mary, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 1ND

Kick start your career with our Level 2 Groundworker Apprenticeship and work on exciting civil engineering projects in the water industry. Gain practical skills, industry-recognised qualifications and support from experienced professionals whilst earning a wage.

As a Groundworker Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced operatives on civil engineering projects within the water industry. Most of your time will be spent working outdoors in a variety of locations, helping to deliver essential infrastructure projects.

• Assisting with excavation and groundwork activities
• Installing drainage systems, pipework and water infrastructure
• Preparing sites for construction works
• Using hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Assisting with concrete works, reinstatement and finishing tasks
• Reading and following site drawings and instructions
• Maintaining a safe, clean and organised work environment
• Following health, safety and environmental procedures at all times
• Working as part of a team to deliver projects to a high standard

Health and safety will be a key part of your role and you will learn how to work safely around construction plant, excavations and live water assets. Q1. Are you prepared to be working outdoors in all types of weather? Q2. Do you drive and are you able to travel between locations as required?