Groundworker (Confined Space)

Skilled Operative – General Groundworks & Civils Location: Stoke-on-Trent (T5 6EG) Rate: £210 p/d UMB The Role We are currently recruiting for a Skilled Operative to join a busy civils project at the Barhale site in…

Pay rate £200 – £210/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 20 August 2026

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Skilled Operative – General Groundworks & Civils

Location: Stoke-on-Trent (T5 6EG)
Rate: £210 p/d UMB

The Role

We are currently recruiting for a Skilled Operative to join a busy civils project at the Barhale site in Stoke-on-Trent.

The successful candidate will have solid experience in general groundworks and civil engineering, with some experience of pipe laying and pipe fitting. This is a hands-on role requiring someone who is comfortable carrying out a variety of groundwork duties and supporting the wider site team.

Key Responsibilities

* Carry out a range of general groundworks duties across the site.

* Assist with excavation, trenching and preparing work areas.

* Carry out backfilling, compaction and ground reinstatement.

* Prepare and level ground for construction and civils works.

* Assist with concrete works, kerbing, drainage and other associated civils activities.

* Use hand tools and small plant safely and effectively.

* Assist with the installation and fitting of underground pipework where required.

* Carry out basic pipe laying and pipe fitting duties as part of wider civils works.

* Work safely around existing underground services and utilities.

* Assist skilled trades and other site operatives as required.

* Keep work areas clean, tidy and free from hazards.

* Follow site instructions, RAMS and health and safety procedures.

* Work as part of a team to ensure work is completed safely and to the required standard.

Experience & Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

* Previous experience in general groundworks and civils.

* Experience with excavation, trenching, backfilling and reinstatement.

* Knowledge of general construction and civil engineering site practices.

* Some experience with pipe laying and pipe fitting.

* CPCS or CSCS certification.

* Confined Space ticket/training would be advantageous.

* Clean Water Card would be desirable.

* A good understanding of health and safety on construction sites.

* The ability to work independently and as part of a team

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