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Date Added: Thu 12/03/2026

General Groundworker (Construction/Civils)

Swindon, SN1, UK
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Company: ERNEST GORDON RECRUITMENT LIMITED

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £15 - £18/hour bonus + training + days based + overtime

General Groundworker (Construction/Civils)
£15-£18 per hour + Bonus + Training + Days Based + overtime
Swindon

Are you a Groundworker looking for hands-on site role where you can earn a competitive hourly rate, pick up overtime, and be part of a hardworking team on busy civil engineering and construction projects while developing your skills through on-the-job training?

On offer is the opportunity to join a leading contractor working across the water and civil engineering sectors, delivering high-quality projects across excavation, drainage, and infrastructure works. The company prides itself on maintaining high safety standards while supporting employees with training and long-term opportunities.

In this hands-on role you will be involved in a range of general groundworks duties including digging trenches, installing pipework, levelling and preparing surfaces, and assisting with concrete works. You will also operate site plant such as dumpers or rollers where required while supporting the wider team to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently.

This role would suit a Groundworker with a valid CSCS card and experience working on construction or civils sites, looking for a long-term opportunity with overtime, training, and the chance to develop their career within a growing contractor.

The Role:

General groundworks including trench digging, pipe laying, and drainage works
Levelling and preparing ground for construction activities
Operating site plant such as dumpers or rollers when required
Monday to Friday, days-based 45 hour weekThe Person:

Experience in groundworks, construction, or civil engineering projects
Valid CSCS card
Commutable to SwindonReference: BBBH24344A

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. The advertised salary is indicative and will be dependent on experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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