Skilled Groundworker

Coinford Ltd; Harlow; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Long-term work

Access to training and tickets

Job summary

Coinford Ltd. is seeking experienced Groundwork Handymen for a busy project in Harlow. You will be a skilled all‑rounder, delivering high‑quality groundworks across pipelines, drainage, externals, and external works within a trusted crew.

Key responsibilities include trench box setup, pipe laying to bed and levels, groundwater management, backfilling, and kerb work. CSCS NPORS CSCS-affiliated cards and safety certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Valid CSCS Groundworker card or equivalent qualification.
• CSCS affiliation for NPORS cards is required where stated.
• Proven experience in groundworks on site and with teams.

Responsibilities

• Set up trench boxes, drag boxes and pipe laying tools.
• Lay concrete, clay and plastic pipes to required bed and levels.
• Ensure pipes are tested and laid correctly throughout.
• Manage groundwater tasks and pump setup as needed.
• Backfill trenches and bench manholes where required.
• Carry out external works such as kerbs and paving.
• Work safely around live services and perform pre-start inspections.

Skills

Groundwork experience

Team player

Safety conscious

Reliable

Education

CSCS Groundworker card

NPORS/Forward Tipping Dumper

Tools

NPORS Forward Tipping Dumper

Safety Critical Medical

CAT & Genny Training

Job description

We are looking for experienced Groundwork Handymen to join our teams on a busy project in Harlow.You will be a skilled all-rounder capable across pipelaying, deep drainage, externals and external works, working within an established gang to deliver high-quality groundworks.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Setting up and using trench boxes, drag boxes, manhole boxes and pipe lasers
• Laying concrete, clay and plastic pipes (all sizes) to correct bed, surround and levels
• Ensuring pipes are tested and laid correctly throughout
• Managing groundwater and setting up the correct pump for the task
• Ensuring correct backfilling of trenches
• Benching of all manholes
• External works including kerbs, edgings, slabs and block paving
• Working safely around live services using correct service avoidance techniques
• Carrying out daily pre-start plant safety inspections

REQUIREMENTS

• CSCS Groundworker card or similar qualification
• CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) Forward Tipping Dumper*
• Safety Critical Medical (site specific)
• CAT & Genny Training
• Reliable, punctual and able to work well with other trades
• Right to work in the UK

DESIRABLE

• CPCS / NPORS* Ride-On Roller
• Abrasive Wheels Training
• Face Fit Certification
• Harness Awareness Certification
• 5–10+ years of skilled groundworks experience
• Experienced working gangs / teams highly sought after
• Confined Space ticket

* Please note: to comply with client requirements, we can only accept NPORS cards that are CSCS-affiliated and carry the CSCS hologram. If you do not currently meet this requirement, please still get in touch – we are happy to guide you through the transfer process.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Fair and competitive rates with weekly pay
• Ongoing work on groundwork and concrete frame projects
• Opportunities to move into more skilled roles
• Access to further training and tickets where required by specific sites
• We have long-term work available, 10 hours paid per day, competitive rates for suitable candidates.