Skilled Operative/Groundworker

PSS Utilities; Stowmarket; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

PSS Utilities is seeking a Skilled Operative/Groundworker for a permanent, full-time position in Stowmarket. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in construction tasks such as manhole construction and groundworks. Competitive salary packages plus solid overtime rates make this an attractive opportunity.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

Company pension

Life assurance scheme (x4 salary)

Medicare Cash Plan

Refer a friend scheme

Employee assistance programme

Training and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in manual, hands-on roles like drainage and groundworks.
• Ability to support team leader with problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks related to manhole construction and deep drainage.
• Engage in heavy lifting and physical work.

Skills

Manual labour experience

Problem-solving

Education

Construction Skills Certificate Scheme (CSCS)

Full UK Driving Licence

Emergency First Aid at Work Level 2

Confined Spaces - City and Guilds

EUSR SHEA (water)

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Skilled Operative/Groundworker, Stowmarket

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Client:

PSS Utilities

Location:

Stowmarket, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Skilled Operative/Groundworker

Stowmarket

Permanent, full time position (47.5 hours)

Competitive salary plus good overtime rates

Not afraid of a hard days graft?

If you have experience in manhole construction, concreting, block laying, kerbing and all other aspects of installing deep drainage then this could be the role for you.

There will be heavy lifting and lots of physical work so you will need to be willing to get stuck in!

Experience and Qualifications:

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Experience in manual, hands-on roles (e.g., drainage, groundworks, construction)
• Construction Skills Certificate Scheme (CSCS)
• The ability to help the team leader in solving problems and making decisions.
• Confined Spaces -City and Guilds - Desirable
• EUSR SHEA (water - multi-utility as required). - Desirable
• Emergency First Aid at Work Level 2 - Desirable

What we can offer you:

• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay and leave
• Company pension
• Life assurance scheme (x4 salary)
• Medicare Cash Plan (includes cash payments towards dental, medical, therapeutic treatments) with the option to add up to 4 dependants
• Refer a friend scheme
• Employee assistance programme (access to GP appointments and mental health support)
• Training and career progression opportunities

About us: PSS has been providing an in-house one stop solution for all aspects of water and drainage including specialist drain lining, traditional open cut excavation, tankering, CCTV, blockage clearance and root cutting for over 25 years.

Why Choose Adler and Allan: By becoming a part of the Adler and Allan Group, you'll embark on a rewarding journey where we truly value your ideas and contributions. Whether you're just starting your career or in search of a new challenge, we offer a platform for personal growth and professional advancement, enabling you to shape a successful and fulfilling career path. Our group includes Jet Aire, Detectronic, Aqua Consultants, Oneline, AMGS, and OHES.

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.