Sports Surfaces Groundworker

SIS Pitches; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

SIS UK Limited is seeking a Civils Operative to assist with the construction and installation of high-quality sports surfaces across the UK. The role involves site preparation, groundworks, turf installation, and operation of construction plant.

You will work as part of a team, following safety procedures and maintaining high standards of workmanship on multiple projects nationwide. Prior civil engineering exposure is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team in the preparation of the site for the construction of a sports pitch.
• Undertake basic groundworks, including ground levelling and preparation, kerb laying and drainage works, and any other hard landscaping.
• Operate basic construction power tools, equipment and plant, subject to training and competency, such as dumpers, diggers, telehandlers.
• Undertake general labouring tasks, including the erection of fencing and signage as required.
• Assist with the laying and installation of artificial sports turf on prepared pitch ground.
• Assist with measuring, marking out, laying and stitching of artificial turf; and related soft landscaping.
• Assist with the laying of sand, rubber and other playing surface materials, including line marking.
• Use power tools, plant and machinery for the installation of sports surfaces, as required.
• Ensure all work methods are followed and the quality checked regularly.
• Assist in clearing and cleaning the site to keep the pitch safe and tidy at all times.
• Assist in maintenance tasks if required.
• Assist with replacement of surface materials using plant and machinery, subject to training and competency.
• Operate vehicles and plant safely, report faults, and ensure equipment is left secure on site.

Job description

SIS UK Limited is seeking a Civils Operative to assist with the construction and installation of high-quality sports surfaces across the UK. The role involves site preparation, groundworks, turf installation, and operation of construction plant.

You will work as part of a team, following safety procedures and maintaining high standards of workmanship on multiple projects nationwide. Prior civil engineering exposure is beneficial.