Apprentice Groundworker

Groundworkers are employed on construction sites that involve ground preparation, such as, foundations or footings for new buildings. Your day-to-day tasks may include:

Ground working – marking out and digging shallow trenches for foundations and drains. Form working – putting up or dismantling the shuttering that holds the setting concrete in place. Installing drainage and manholes Concreting Minor road working – laying kerbs, paving and resurfacing Hand tools and small plant machinery

Training:

You will achieve the Level 2 Groundworker Apprenticeship Standard by attending CP Assessments Training Centre in Denaby Main, Doncaster to undertake 7 block-release training sessions (4 days), every 10 - 12 weeks. 

The successful candidate will work towards achieving Functional Skills Level 2 in both Maths and English if they have not achieved this prior or have an equivalent.

Apprentices will also get an Apprentice CSCS card which can be upgraded on completion of the apprenticeship.

Training Outcome:

This is a fantastic opportunity for the successful candidate to start their career with a highly reputable and well-established company.

Progression within the organisation with more responsibility is expected on successful completion of the apprenticeship. 

In time, you may wish to undertake further qualifications such as Occupational Work Supervision, which can be studied at Level 3. With experience, you could progress to Site Supervisor, Estimator, or Construction Manager.

Employer Description:
Established in 2000, PAC Groundworks has over 20 years’ experience in the construction industry. Based in Rotherham, PAC Groundworks are a family owned and managed groundworks company with a highly enthusiastic and professional workforce. They have a renowned history of providing groundwork services to both commercial and domestic clients in and around the whole of the Yorkshire region.

Working Hours :
This is a full-time position. Apprentices will generally work Monday to Thursday 8:00am – 4:45pm &Friday – 8:00am – 3:30pm. Overtime may be required during busy periods.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness