Groundworks Assistant

Auger; Exeter; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan with cashback for services

Company events

Training & progression focus

Employee referral bonus

Mortgage & Insurance discounts

Job summary

Auger is seeking a Groundworks Assistant to join the team covering Exeter and surrounding areas. The role includes extensive on-site work with engineers, 42.5 hours per week, and a comprehensive benefits package.

You’ll start with a base salary around £28,089.10, with annual bonuses and pension contributions, plus overtime potential that can boost total pay. Training is provided to help you develop into a skilled technician and advance within the company.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required — training provided.
• Some groundworks experience is preferable.
• DBS check and driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers to complete repairs, investigations, excavations and reinstatement works.
• Work effectively with other engineers in the team.
• Learn all aspects of every engineering role at Auger.
• Specialise in one area after a year to become a junior engineer.
• Communicate proactively with the Field Operations Team at HQ.

Skills

Groundworks

Driving licence

Willingness to learn

Job description

Job Advert

We're looking for a Groundworks Assistant to join the Auger Team, covering Exeter and the surrounding area. Our total package is worth £31,884.00 without overtime.

About Auger

We provide drainage, water mains and subsidence services across the UK, doing 'whatever it takes' for our customers. 95% of our people say they feel valued, and 81% rate us 8+ when asked how likely they are to recommend Auger as a workplace. That's why we're recognised as a Platinum level Investors in People organisation, alongside the top 2% of UK employers.

Financials

• Starting Salary - £28,089.10

• Annual Bonus - approx £2000 - £2500

• 5.5% Pension Contribution - approx £1484

Overtime

• Optional weekend OT at 1.5x rate eg. 10 days would top up the package to £33,504.53

Working Hours

• 42.5hrs per week, Mon-Fri only &NOon-call work

• We paydoor-to-doorincludingalldriving time

• Go straight to your job from home - you don't have to report to a depot or yard first

• Limited stay-aways, with bonuses/annual leave for more than 3 overnights per quarter

Leave

• 22 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Hol

• AL increases to 25 days within 5 years' service

• Enhanced bereavement, sickness and maternity / paternity leave

Benefits

• Health Plan with cashback for many services including dentist, optician & physio for you and your children, as well as access to a 24-Hour GP & gym discounts

• 2 company-wide events per year & regular funded socials in your region

• A focus on training & progression, working with some of the best engineers in the country

• £1000 for successful employee referrals

• Access to discounted Mortgage & Insurance Services

What We Provide

• All the training & support you'll require to become a qualified Engineer

• A choice of our quality uniform range& all PPE

• Your own fully equipped vehicle that isn't shared with others

• Mobile phone & tablet

• Fuel and trade cards so you can stock up when you need

• Local storage sites & skips

• A dedicated Field Operations Team to help you with on-site challenges and any kit, equipment, materials, uniform, vehicle or plant requirements

The Role

• Assist our experienced Engineers to complete a variety of jobs including repairs, investigations, excavations and reinstatement works

• Work effectively with other engineers in our team as required

• Learn all aspects of every engineering role at Auger

• Specialise in one area after a year and aim to become a junior engineer

• Communicate proactively with our Field Operations Team at HQ

Preferred Experience

• No previous experience is essential – we will provide you with all the training you need

• Some experience of groundworks or preferable

You'll be a great fit for Auger if

• You are great at caring for customers

• You are confident in finding solutions and overcoming unforeseen challenges

• You take pride in the high standard of your work

• You are enthusiastic, self-motivated and like to take ownership

• You are looking for a stable place to build a long-term career

• You have a clear DBS & driving licence

Our interview process

• Stage 1 - Short 15 min phone call with our HR team

• Stage 2 - Interview with management via Teams

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