Groundworker with BPSS Clearance

Fawkes and Reece; Reading; On-site; GBP 2,617,000 - 3,168,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes and Reece is seeking a site Groundworker for a Reading-based project. The role involves general groundworks, foundations, kerbs, slabs, tactile paving and drainage tasks under supervision.

You should have prior groundworks experience and a CSCS Card, with strong teamwork and safety awareness on site. Applicants must arrive on time and follow the site manager's instructions, with flexibility for the temporary/full-time contract and site location in Reading.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a groundworks position.
• You will be conscious of health and safety on site.
• Arrive on time and follow site manager instructions.
• Be comfortable working in a team or standalone as needed.

Responsibilities

• General Groundworks on site.
• Laying Foundations.
• Laying Kerbs, Slabs and Tactiles.
• Internal and External Drainage.

Skills

Groundworks experience

Teamwork

Health & safety on site

Punctuality

Education

CSCS Card

Job description

Location: Reading
Salary: £21.00 per Hour
Contract: Contract
Type: Full Time

Reference: Gwsouth_1786983239
Posted: August 17, 2026

Location: Portsmouth with BPSS Clearance

Contract type: Temporary (Full time)

Duration: Ongoing

Pay rate: £21.00 per hour

The company:

A well established regional contractor who specialises in Civil Engineering and Infrastructure.

The role:

As the site Groundworker you will be responsible for

• General Groundworks
• Laying Foundations
• Laying Kerbs, Slabs and Tactiles
• Internal and External Drainage

About you:

Ideally you will have previous working experience in a groundworks position.

You will be conscious of health and safety on site and will be weary of others who are working alongside of you.

You will arrive on time, finish your shift at the times allocated by the site manager and complete additional duties as and when the site manager requires.

To be successful in your application for this role you will have and be able to demonstrate the following skills and attributes:

Previous experience in a Groundworker position

You will have a CSCS Card.

Strong work ethic in a team

Be approachable and happy to work as a point of contact when working in a standalone position.