Groundworker ​/ Dumper Driver

The Project,
We are recruiting on behalf of a highways contractor for the Bournebridge Hill, Halstead Section 278 Highway Works scheme in Essex. A full-time supervisor is in place on site to handle paperwork  we need a competent team to build the job. This is a long-term opportunity running through to December 2026.
Working Hours
Monday to Friday | 07:30  16:30
Occasional Saturdays | 07:30  12:00  full day pay

The Role
You will work as part of a three-man gang on a live highways scheme, operating a dumper and supporting the team across a range of groundworks and highways activities.
Scope of works includes:
Excavation support works
Carriageway construction including formation dig and Type 1 installation
Installing kerbs, edgings and tactile paving
Drainage installation including ditches and new surface water drainage runs
Requirements
NPORS or CPCS dumper ticket (essential)
CSCS card (essential)
Previous highways or civils experience preferred
NRSWA Streetworks Operative ticket (at least one per gang  essential)
Full 6-point PPE including fireproof overalls
Available to start 27th July 2026  no exceptions
Able to commit to the full duration through to December 2026
What's on Offer
Competitive day rate  dependent on experience
Full day pay on Saturday working
Long-term project until December 2026
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