Groundworker Level 2 Apprenticeship working with Farncombe Construction

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 Farncombe Construction 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 enrolled 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. Farncombe are committed to looking after their people and many staff members stay with the company for decades. If you show the right characteristics, Farncombe Construction will support you to progress.

Employer Description:
Farncombe Construction has been delivering industry-leading Groundworks, External Works and Civil Engineering projects for almost 30 years. Our broad range of skills and expertise means we can be the driving force throughout entire projects, from the commencement of substructures through to the completion of external works. With an office located in Crondall, Farnham close to junction 5 of the M3, we cover an area of approximately 40 miles radius.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day. Shift pattern to be confirmed.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Team working,Physical fitness