KILNBRIDGE STRUCTURES LTD - Groundworks Apprenticeship

Go Construct; East Hagbourne; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discount service

Free financial advice

Mental health support

Employee Owned Trust yearly bonus

Work social events

Job summary

Kilnbridge Structures Ltd invites applications for a Groundworks Apprenticeship. You will gain hands-on experience on major projects, study for a Level 2 Groundworker apprenticeship, and earn while you learn with on-site training and monthly college sessions.

You will work on site, undertake various groundwork tasks, and learn to implement drainage, foundations, and sub-structures safely, while following company safety standards and procedures.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths required with a Labour grade (Green)
• Commitment to health, safety and high standards
• Essential to be physically able for site-based work

Responsibilities

• Assist with site preparation and setting up work areas
• Aid excavation and trenching works
• Help install drainage systems and underground services
• Assist concreting, kerbing and paving works
• Learn to use construction tools and equipment safely
• Support foundations and sub-structures installation
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment
• Follow health, safety and environmental procedures at all times

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team working

Initiative

Patience

Education

GCSE English (grade 4)

GCSE Maths (grade 4)

GCSE Labour (grade Green)

Job description

Start your career with Kilnbridge as a Groundworks Apprentice. Gain hands-on experience working on major construction projects, earn while you learn, and develop industry-recognised skills alongside experienced professionals. If you're hardworking, eager to learn Kilnbridge can help you build the foundations for your future.

Annual wage: £16,640 to £26,436.80 a year
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Training course: Groundworker (level 2)

Hours
Monday to Friday 07:30am to 5:30pm with two half hour breaks. There may be some Saturday shifts available from 07:30am to 1:00pm.
40.0 hours a week

Possible start date: Monday 07 December 2026

Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you'll do at work

As a Groundworks Apprentice, you will support site teams with a range of groundwork activities, including:

• Site preparation and setting up work areas
• Assisting with excavation and trenching works
• Installing drainage systems and underground services
• Concreting, kerbing and paving works
• Learning how to use construction tools and equipment safely
• Supporting the installation of foundations and sub-structures
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment
• Following health, safety and environmental procedures at all times

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

THE SKILLS CENTRE LONDON LIMITED

Your training course

Groundworker (level 2)

Your training plan

You will work towards a:

Level 2 Groundworker Apprenticeship Standard

Training will be delivered through a combination of on-site learning and attendance one week a month at Kilnbridge's chosen apprenticeship provider.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4)
• Maths (grade 4)
• Labour (grade Green)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Patience

Other requirements

Other things to consider:

• This is a physically demanding role.
• Work is primarily carried out outdoors on construction sites.
• Travel to different project locations may be required.
• Applicant must be committed to maintaining high standards of health and safety.

About this company

Kilnbridge is the UK’s leading structures specialist, known for delivering some of the country’s most complex and iconic construction and infrastructure projects taking shape in the UK.

We combine technical excellence with a strong commitment to safety, sustainability and quality, ensuring every project responds not only to immediate needs, but to future demands.
Kilnbridge comprises four distinct operational business, each operating independently across different markets, but working together in any combination that our clients need. Together, they provide a highly flexible, comprehensive suite of services that address our clients’ needs across the entire lifecycle of a structure.

Our expertise encompasses all materials and spans reinforced concrete, structural steel, fire protection, and complex structural alterations. In short, wedesign,build,adapt,repairandprotectour clients’ structures.

https://www.kilnbridge.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Kilnbridge offer the following for a successful applicant:

• 20 days annual leave a year
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff discount service
• Free financial advice with a professional
• Mental health and well-being support
• Employee Owned Trust yearly bonus
• Work social events

After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship the apprentice will undergo further development opportunities, including plant operations, specialist groundwork activities and supervisory qualifications.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

KILNBRIDGE STRUCTURES LTD

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000055367.