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Groundworker

United Kingdom, West London · Job Posted January 19, 2026
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Job Description

As a Groundworker, you will be responsible for carrying out a range of groundworks, including excavation, preparation of building foundations, footpaths, car parks, installation of drainage and service systems, and the construction of kerbs, paving, and concrete slabs. You will also be required to carry out surfacing works, including tarmac surfaces and other hardscapes.

Job Responsibility

  • Site Preparation: Clearing and preparing construction sites
  • Setting out and levelling the ground
  • Forward plan material and equipment
  • Ground Excavation: Digging trenches for foundations, drainage, and utilities
  • Ensuring trenches meet safety standards
  • Concrete Work: Mixing, pouring, and levelling concrete
  • Installing formwork and reinforcement
  • Drainage and Pipework: Installing drainage systems
  • Ensuring proper alignment, sealing, and gradient of pipes
  • Installing brickwork to manholes, gulleys, and service pits
  • Testing drainage systems
  • Utility Installation: Laying utility services
  • Following local utility installation standards
  • Surfacing and Paving: Laying tarmac, paving slabs, block paving, and kerbs
  • Compacting and levelling surfaces
  • Landscaping and Finishing: Backfilling excavated areas and grading land
  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance: Operating construction machinery
  • Conducting routine checks and basic maintenance
  • Health and Safety: Adhering to health and safety regulations
  • Identifying and mitigating potential hazards
  • Collaborating with Other Trades: Work with site manager, supervisors, and other trades
  • Communicating progress and reporting issues
  • Site Clean-Up: Removing debris and waste materials
  • Ensuring compliance with environmental standards
  • Completed tasks and reporting to site supervisors
  • Maintaining records of materials used and equipment operated

Requirements

  • Valid CSCS Card according to your position
  • Have at least 5 years’ experience in ground working
  • Ability to read and interpret construction plans and drawings
  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices
  • Right to Work in the UK
  • Valid UK driving license

Nice to have

Ideally hold Roller and Dumper Tickets, CPCS or NPORS. (But not a necessity)

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