Skilled Groundworker

Posted 9 hours 42 minutes ago by NGARE EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS PTY LTD

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Kent, New Romney, United Kingdom, TN288
Job Description
SKILLED GROUNDWORKER - SCAFFOLD MATS & DRIVEWAYS ROLE OVERVIEW

We are looking for experienced and skilled Groundworkers to join our Scaffold Mats & Driveways teams on busy projects. The role will involve carrying out all aspects of groundwork operations associated with scaffold mat installations, driveway preparation, kerbing, sub base works, and finishing works to help deliver safe and high quality projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Carrying out scaffold mat and driveway groundwork operations to drawings and site levels
  • Preparing groundworks for scaffold mat installations including excavation, levelling, and sub base preparation
  • Installing and maintaining scaffold mat bases to ensure safe access and working platforms
  • Assisting with driveway construction including edging, kerbing, stone placement, and surfacing preparation
  • Carrying out trenching, stone trimming, backfilling, and reinstatement works where required
  • Concreting and finishing works associated with driveway and access installations
  • Reading and working from drawings, laser levels, and site instructions
  • Assisting plant operators and banking machines where required
  • Maintaining safe, clean, and organised work areas in line with site requirements
  • Working effectively as part of a groundwork gang to meet programme targets and productivity
REQUIREMENTS
  • CSCS Skilled Groundworker card or equivalent
  • Proven experience in groundwork operations, including scaffold mat and driveway works
  • Ability to read drawings and work accurately to levels
  • Experience with sub base preparation, kerbing, edging, and finishing works
  • Strong understanding of site safety procedures and safe working practices
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to work well within a gang environment
  • Right to work in the UK
DESIRABLE
  • CPCS / NPORS Forward Tipping Dumper
  • CPCS / NPORS Ride On Roller
  • Safety Critical Medical
  • Experience on large scale residential or commercial groundwork projects

Please note: to comply with client requirements, we can only accept NPORS cards that are CSCS affiliated and carry the CSCS hologram. If you do not currently meet this requirement, please still get in touch - we are happy to guide you through the transfer process.

WHAT WE OFFER
  • Fair and competitive rates with weekly pay
  • Ongoing work on groundwork projects
  • Opportunities for progression into leading hand and gang roles
  • Access to further training and tickets where required by specific sites
HOW TO APPLY

Send your CV and cards to or call quoting "Skilled Groundworker - New Romney".

14 May 2026 New Romney England, United Kingdom