Details:
- Salary: £60,000 - 65,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Gravesend Kent
- Date: 9 hours ago
Description:
The Labour Desk is recruiting experienced Groundworks Operatives on behalf of an established groundworks and construction contractor delivering projects across the education, commercial, residential and private sectors.
This is an opportunity for skilled, reliable operatives to join a growing team with excellent equipment, varied projects and genuine opportunities to progress.
You will need strong technical knowledge, a professional approach and the ability to take ownership of your work while maintaining high standards of safety, accuracy and workmanship.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Carrying out excavation, drainage, foundations, concrete works, reinforcement, brickwork and blockwork, beam and block installation, reinstatement and surfacing.
* Operating excavators and other site machinery safely and competently.
* Reading and interpreting drawings, reinforcement schedules, setting-out plans and technical information.
* Assisting with setting out and ensuring work meets the required specifications.
* Working to programme targets and maintaining productivity under pressure.
* Working closely with site supervisors, project managers, clients and fellow operatives.
* Following all health and safety procedures and maintaining a safe, organised working environment.
* Delivering high-quality finishes and representing the contractor professionally on every project.
We are looking for applicants with:
* A minimum of 10 years’ hands-on groundworks experience.
* Strong practical skills across all aspects of groundworks.
* Confidence reading drawings and technical information.
* A high standard of competence in excavator and other plant operation.
* A sound understanding of site safety, sequencing and construction methods.
* A methodical approach, with the ability to plan ahead and solve problems.
* A calm, dependable attitude under pressure.
* Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
* Professional standards of presentation and behaviour.
* References demonstrating relevant experience and capability.
Applicants must have the following qualifications, tickets and checks:
CSCS Gold Card
Enhanced DBS check
NRSWA Street Works certification
Temporary Works Awareness training
First Aid at Work or Emergency First Aid at Work
BPSS screening for work on MOD sites
CPCS or NPORS (CSCS-linked) Excavator ticket
CPCS or NPORS (CSCS-linked) Dumper ticket
CPCS or NPORS (CSCS-linked) Telehandler ticket
The role offers:
* A competitive package above industry standard.
* Access to brand-new vans, modern machinery and high-quality tools and equipment.
* A supportive employer that invests in its people.
* Genuine career progression within an expanding business.
* Varied, high-profile projects across multiple sectors.
* A stable, long-term opportunity.
* Company pension and company events.
* Canteen facilities and free on-site parking