Skilled Groundworker

Coinford Ltd; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Long-term work available

Training and progression opportunities

Job summary

Coinford Ltd is seeking experienced Groundwork Handymen to join our team on a busy residential project in Sittingbourne. This role focuses on finishing and external groundworks, including slabbing, kerbing, garden preparation and general external groundworks.

Applicants should be competent operating a Forward Tipping Dumper and able to work efficiently as part of an established site team. CSCS card and a valid Forward Tipping Dumper ticket are required. Right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience in finishing groundworks and external works.
• CSCS card is required.
• CPCS or NPORS Forward Tipping Dumper ticket is required.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lay and finish paving slabs to specifications.
• Install kerbs, edgings and hard landscaping features.
• Prepare gardens and plots, including topsoil and finishing works.
• Assist with pathways, driveways and external finishes.
• Operate a Forward Tipping Dumper safely and effectively.
• Carry out groundwork and handyman duties as required.
• Keep work area clean, safe and organized.
• Work from drawings and site instructions to meet programme targets.
• Perform daily plant and equipment safety checks.
• Support the wider site team with general external works.

Skills

Teamwork

Health and safety awareness

Punctuality

Attention to detail

Tools

Forward Tipping Dumper ticket

CSCS card

Job description

We are looking for experienced Groundwork Handymen to join our team on a busy residential project in Sittingbourne. This role will focus on finishing and external works, including slabbing, kerbing, garden preparation and general external groundworks. Applicants should be competent operating a Forward Tipping Dumper and capable of working efficiently as part of an established site team.

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are looking for experienced Groundwork Handymen to join our team on a busy residential project in Sittingbourne. This role will focus on finishing and external works, including slabbing, kerbing, garden preparation and general external groundworks. Applicants should be competent operating a Forward Tipping Dumper and capable of working efficiently as part of an established site team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Laying and finishing paving slabs to required specifications
• Installing kerbs, edgings and other hard landscaping features
• Garden and plot preparation, including topsoiling and finishing works
• Assisting with pathways, driveways and external finishes
• Operating a Forward Tipping Dumper safely and effectively
• Carrying out groundwork and handyman duties as required
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work area
• Working from drawings and site instruction to achieve programme targets
• Carrying out daily plant and equipment safety checks
• Supporting the wider site team with general external works

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid CSCS Card
• CPCS or NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) Forward Tipping Dumper ticket
• Previous experience in finishing groundworks and external works
• Experience with slabbing, kerbing and garden preparation
• Reliable, punctual and able to work well within a team
• Good understanding of site health and safety requirements
• Right to work in the UK

DESIRABLE

• CPCS / NPORS Ride-On Roller
• Landscaping or hard landscaping experience
• Abrasive Wheels Training
• Face Fit Certification
• Harness Awareness Certification
• 3+ years' experience in residential finishing groundworks
• Experience working on large residential developments

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 as we can guide you through the transfer process.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive rates with weekly pay
• Long-term work available
• 10 hours paid per day
• Opportunities for ongoing work across multiple projects
• Training and progression opportunities for suitable candidates
• Supportive and professional site teams