Groundworker Apprentice

As a Groundworker Apprentice you'll be enrolled onto a Level 2 Groundworker Apprenticeship, giving you the opportunity to earn whilst you learn. You'll work closely with the Natural Resources team to provide design, build and maintenance solutions to protect the UK's essential services and assets.

Your day to day will include:

Understanding 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 Technology including key factors and systems of work appropriate to different work environments and industry sectors (e.g. civil engineering, private residential, commercial) Understand the differences between modern and traditional construction methods and the physical and environmental factors when undertaking construction work and their potential impacts Learn 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 signaling equipment and verbal / electronic communication equipment and storing resources safely and securely

Training Outcome:

As a Groundworker Apprentice you'll be enrolled onto a Level 2 Groundworker Apprenticeship, giving you the opportunity to earn whilst you learn. You'll work closely with the Natural Resources team to provide design, build and maintenance solutions to protect the UK's essential services and assets.

Employer Description:

Did you know Kier has been placed in the government’s top 100 apprentice employers? You can trust us to help shape your future. Kier Group has long believed that we all have the potential to shape our world – and leave a lasting legacy. So bring your talent and ambition to our team and you’ll be given the scope and opportunity to achieve just that - investing in your own future, building your expertise and contributing to a diverse culture that’s helping shape the world of tomorrow.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday 8.00am - 5.00pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness