Construction Groundwork Apprentice

As a groundworker you will develop your knowledge and understanding of:-

The principles of health, safety, welfare and environmentally responsible work practices and how they must be applied in relation to the work, self and to others, including understanding the principles of risk assessments. Basic awareness of environmental and health hazards e.g. Japanese knotweed, asbestos. How to identify contaminated ground conditions and the procedures for working safely on it. Basic principles of Building Information Modelling(BIM), drawings, method statements, manufacturers’ information, work schedules and specifications. Technology including key factors and systems of work appropriate to different work environments and industry sectors (e.g. civil engineering, private residential, commercial). The differences between modern and traditional construction methods and the physical and environmental factors when undertaking construction work and their potential impacts. The techniques to handle and move loads manually and with mechanical aids, including guiding the movement of articulated vehicles, plant and machinery using hand signals, hand signalling equipment and verbal/electronic communication equipment and storing resources safely and securely. Why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used when undertaking groundworks (e.g. personal protective equipment (PPE)). The principles and methods of working within a confined space work. Erecting and dismantling access/working platforms. Establishing work area protection. Locating and excavating to expose buried utility services providing temporary works, including excavation support the basic principles of internal/external drainage and ducting systems. Measuring, marking, cutting and installing geo membranes to stabilise soil. Gauging, mixing, placing, compacting and finishing mortar and concrete by hand and by mixer. Reinstating excavations and ground surface finishes including installing street ironworks.

Training:

Full in-house training provided along with either day or block release at North Notts College (RNN Group).

Level 2 Groundworker.

Function skills Level 2 English (if required).

Function skills Level 2 Maths (if required).

Training Outcome:

This is an exciting opportunity to join an established small construction company who are happy to offer training and further development for candidates early on in their career with the possibility of being retained as a full member of staff.

Employer Description:
JB Building Contractors are a small business with 4 staff who are looking for a candidate to fit in with the team and support the groundworker operation of their construction business. Full training will be given which will include trowel skills for bricklaying and other allied skills.

Working Hours :
Between 8:00am-4:30pm Monday - Friday.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness,Professional and proactive,polite, patient and friendly,Work under pressure,Determined and Committed,Motivated