Apprentice Groundworker

Groundworkers are employed on construction sites that involve ground preparation such as foundations or footing 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 setting concrete in place. Installing drainage and manholes. Concreting. Minor road working - laying kerbs, paving and re-surfacing. Using 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:
Based in Clifton, York, and covering the whole of the Yorkshire region, B Jeffrey Construction Ltd are a leading contractor with two generations of experience in all areas of Civil Engineering and building work. Dealing all aspects of groundworks from deep drainage to block paving, this is a fantastic opportunity for an apprentice who has chosen civil engineering as their career.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Team working,Physical fitness