Groundworker Level 2 Apprenticeship working with Ward and Burke Construction in PO7 - PO11 areas

As an apprentice groundworker you will:

Clear and tidy the construction site Dig trenches for foundations Setting up sites, including putting up barriers, safety signs and huts Provide evacuation support Interpreting the use of drawings and specifications Laying pavements, kerbs and driveways Removing drainage and pipework systems Operating plant machinery, such as excavators and dumper trucks Preparing the ground/foundations to allow construction to begin Redirecting waterways and connecting pipes with existing pipework

You will be enroled onto an 8-week pre-apprenticeship at CETC.  The first 4 weeks you will attend the training centre to gain your CSCS card, a Brickwork Level 1 Certificate and undertake H&S training to be site-ready. The 2nd part of the pre-apprenticeship, you will work on-site on a paid sponsorship to ensure you are ready to progress onto the full 18-month apprenticeship and be awarded a contract of employment with Ward & Burke and undertake the Groundworks Level 2 apprenticeship programme at CETC campus. 

*We take our safeguarding responsibilities seriously and successful appointment to this role will depend on the results of relevant checks*.

Training:

Qualification/s to be obtained:

Level 2 Groundworks Functional Skills Maths Level 1/D grade Functional Skills English Level 1/D grade

The training will be delivered by the South Hampshire College Group.   Your training will be delivered Block Release, and you will attend CETC campus in Lee on Solent, Hampshire. Once enroled onto the apprenticeship, attendance will be a block of 12 weeks, Monday to Friday college attendance. After the 12-week period, you will be mainly working onsite and be required to attend CETC 1 day per month.

Training Outcome:

There will be the opportunity for a full-time permanent position following successful completion of all training. Ward & Burke are committed to looking after their people and many staff members stay with the company for decades. If you show the right characteristics, Ward & Burke will support you to progress.

Employer Description:
Ward & Burke are committed to raising standards in construction by investing in their people and the way they work. They actively support new talent through apprenticeships, traineeships and partnerships with education institutions.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, Shift pattern to be confirmed. When attending CTEC you will be working 40 hours per week to complete your training. Onsite with your employer - your working hours will be expected to be 39-55 hours per week, depending on age.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Team working,Physical fitness