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Skilled Groundworker

Onsite


Job Location:

London - UK

Yearly Salary: GBP 35000 - 40000
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Engineering

Job Summary

Job Title:Skilled Groundworker

Location:Heathrow

Salary:35000 - 40000 depending on experience


OnSite are looking for a skilled and experienced Groundworker to join our growing Rail & Civils team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a business that values safety quality and professional development while working on a variety of rail and civil engineering projects.

As a Skilled Groundworker you will undertake a range of groundwork and civil engineering activities including excavation drainage concreting foundations and reinstatement works. Youll work within rail and operational environments ensuring projects are delivered safely efficiently and to a high standard.

In return we offer a competitive salary of 35000 - 40000 a company van full PPE and workwear overtime opportunities ongoing training and development and clear career progression opportunities.

The Company:

OnSite is one of the UKs leading providers of professional contracting services. With a proven track record in the successful delivery of projects and contracts across a broad spectrum of market sectors OnSite consists of specialist operating areas drainage sewer rehabilitation pipelines civil engineering specialist maintenance and rail services.

The Role:

As a Skilled Groundworker you will be responsible for undertaking all aspects of groundwork and civil engineering activities ensuring works are completed safely efficiently and to a high standard.

Key duties include:

  • Excavation and drainage works.
  • Concreting foundations and reinstatement activities.
  • Working within rail and operational environments in accordance with site procedures.
  • Reading and interpreting drawings and site specifications.
  • Ensuring compliance with health safety environmental and quality requirements.
  • Maintaining tools equipment and work areas.
  • Supporting site teams to deliver projects on time and to specification.
  • Working independently and collaboratively as part of a wider project team.


What Youll Need:

Essential

  • Minimum 3 years experience in a Groundworker role.
  • Valid PTScertification.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.
  • Proven experience in: drainage works excavations reinstatement general civils projects
  • Strong understanding of health and safety requirements.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • A reliable proactive and positive approach to work.


Desirable

  • CSCS Card.
  • Street Works qualification.
  • Confined Space training.
  • First Aid certification.
  • Plant Operator competencies/tickets.
  • TWC/TWS.


What youll get in return:

  • Family-Friendly Leave
    Enhanced Maternity Adoption Paternity & Shared Parental Leave Fertility Support and up to 5 paid Carers Days.
  • Financial & Life Assurance
    Life Assurance cover (role dependant)and a Company Pension Scheme with salary sacrifice options.
  • Health & Wellbeing
    Employee Assistance Programme (8 counselling sessions) and 24/7 Virtual GP access for you and your dependents.
  • Lifestyle & Perks
    Cycle to Work Scheme and My Premier Benefits discounts cashback and vouchers.
  • Professional Development
    Hands-on training and ongoing career development opportunities
  • Inclusion & Belonging
    Active People Networks Disability & Neurodiversity Unity Womens Network and more.
  • Performance & Recognition
    Annual salary review Reward & Recognition Scheme and Long Service Awards.


At South Staffordshire Group inclusion matters. We have a wide range of employee networks which are employee-led communities that bring our people together support different perspectives and create a strong sense of belonging. Our people are encouraged to get involved as members or allies.

We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.


We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds including all genders ethnicity sexual orientations and physical and neurodiverse abilities.


We are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and encourage you to let us know how we can best support you throughout the recruitment process.



Required Experience:

IC


About Company

Actively delivering projects across the UK and internationally, OnSite provides specialist contracting services to the Water Industry and related sectors

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