Skilled Groundworkers

Crummock Surfacing Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Crummock Surfacing Ltd in Edinburgh is seeking a skilled Groundworker to join the on-site team. You will carry out groundworks, assist with drainage and prep for surfacing and road construction, and help ensure work meets project specifications.

You will work closely with site supervisors and engineers, maintaining safe, clean work areas and following health and safety procedures. A CSCS card and full driving license are required, with flexibility to travel to sites as needed.

Qualifications

• CSCS card and site accreditation demonstrating groundworking competency.
• Strong groundworks skills including excavations and drainage installation.
• Knowledge of site health and safety and safe use of tools.
• Experience in civil engineering, surfacing or infrastructure projects, with teamwork.
• Full clean driving license, able to travel to multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Carry out groundworks such as excavations, drainage installation, and site prep.
• Support surfacing and road construction activities.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and comply with health and safety procedures.

Skills

Groundworks

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Education

CSCS Card

Job description

Company Description Crummock Surfacing Ltd is a specialist contractor providing roads and footway surfacing, minor civil engineering works, and road marking services. The company works on a variety of infrastructure projects, supporting retail, public and private sector clients. Our team focus on delivering safe, durable and high-quality surfaces that meet regulatory standards and client expectations. Joining Crummock Surfacing Ltd offers the opportunity to contribute to essential local infrastructure while working within a skilled and experienced workforce.

Role Description The Skilled Groundworker role is a full-time, on-site position based in Edinburgh. Day-to-day responsibilities include carrying out groundworks such as excavations, installing drainage, and preparing sites for surfacing and road construction. The role involves assisting with minor civil engineering activities, supporting road and footway surfacing operations, and ensuring all work is completed safely and to specification. Skilled Groundworkers are expected to maintain a clean and organized work area, operate appropriate tools and machinery, and follow health and safety procedures at all times. Collaboration with site supervisors, engineers and other trades is essential to meet project timelines and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess relevant site accreditation, such as a valid CSCS or CSCS Card, demonstrating competency for construction and groundworking tasks.
• Candidates should possess strong Groundworks skills, including experience with excavations, drainage installation, and general site preparation.
• Candidates should possess knowledge of construction site health and safety, safe use of hand and power tools, and the ability to follow method statements and risk assessments.
• Candidates should possess previous experience in civil engineering, surfacing, or infrastructure projects, along with strong teamwork, communication, and reliability.
• Candidates should possess a full, clean driving license and the flexibility to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and to travel to different sites as required.