Groundworker Apprentice

Candidates will be required to help in:

Practice and apply general operative/labourer skills on projects Assist the foreman and gang in their operations on site Take an interest in construction drawings, specifically those for their tasks to grasp an understanding Assist the site engineer with other site duties Moving materials around site (Physically and with the aid of machinery) Sweeping of the road and pedestrian pathways to maintain a safe and tidy site Cleaning of site cabins/mess room Monitor site entrances/exits and aid delivery wagons and pedestrians or members of the public Setup site fencing, signage and posters Other general site operative tasks

Training:
The successful apprentice will be required to attend City Skills College in Salford for 1 day per week, this is for the diploma element of the course and is imperative to the successful completion of the Level 2 Groundworker Apprenticeship qualification You will be paid the standard hourly rate for the hours that you attend college

Training Outcome:
Progression and support into the industry available upon completion of the Apprenticeship

Employer Description:
V J Donegan & Co. Ltd is a construction company specialising in civil and tunnel engineering, with most contracts being based around the North West/Greater Manchester area. The main activities of the company involve wastewater drainage schemes for public and private, local and water authority clients.

Working Hours :
Monday- Friday 7am until 5pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness,Able to take instructions,Able to work safely,Timekeeping & Attendance,Willing and keen to learn,A clean UK driving licence (D),Interest in Civil Engineering,Prior experience/skils (D)