Ground Worker Labourer

Cardo Group is a trusted provider of building maintenance, refurbishment, and retrofit services for social housing and public sector buildings across the UK. With nationwide coverage and skilled local teams, we deliver a reliable end-to-end service that ensures homes and public spaces are safe, sustainable, and well‑maintained.

We specialise in responsive repairs and voids, planned maintenance, energy‑efficiency upgrades, compliance works, and major improvement programmes. Our approach combines quality workmanship, strong resident communication, and efficient project delivery to achieve the best outcomes for customers and communities.

Driven by ambitious growth plans, we continue to expand our capabilities and adapt to the evolving needs of our clients. Our reputation is built on consistent service delivery, trusted partnerships, and a commitment to doing things the right way. As we grow, so do the opportunities – for our people, our clients, and the communities we support.

Cardo Group is becoming one of the UK’s most forward‑thinking maintenance and retrofit providers. Do you want to be part of something great?

We are currently recruiting for a Groundworker Labourer to join our planned works team covering Cardiff and the surrounding areas.

The successful candidate will support groundworks operations on a variety of planned maintenance and construction projects. This role involves working outdoors in all weather conditions, assisting skilled ground workers, and carrying out excavation, reinstatement, drainage, and general site preparation works. The ideal candidate will be hardworking, reliable, safety‑conscious, and experienced in construction site environments.

• Assist ground workers with excavation, trenching, drainage, kerbing, concreting, and reinstatement works.
• Prepare and maintain safe, clean, and organised work areas.
• Load, unload, move, and distribute materials, tools, and equipment around site.
• Support the installation and repair of underground services, drainage systems, and associated infrastructure.
• Operate basic hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Carry out manual digging, back filling, compacting, and site clearance activities.
• Assist with setting up traffic management, barriers, and site safety measures where required.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and work collaboratively with site teams to complete projects efficiently.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations, company policies, and site procedures.
• Report any hazards, defects, equipment faults, or safety concerns immediately.
• Undertake other groundworks and labouring duties as required.

• Previous experience working as a Groundworker Labourer, Construction Labourer, or within a civil engineering environment.
• Experience assisting with drainage, excavation, reinstatement, or utility works is desirable.
• Good understanding of construction site health and safety practices.
• Physical fitness and the ability to undertake demanding manual work.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Excellent development and progression opportunities
• Range of Salary Sacrifice Schemes [holiday purchase, EV schemes, AVC Pension contributions]
• Tool voucher – annual allowance to purchase tools
• Wellbeing Resources and Counselling services
• Retail & Lifestyle Discount Platform
• Enhanced Family Leave Provisions
• Recognition initiatives and awards

Please note all our roles are subject to Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. Diverse perspectives strengthen our business, drive innovation, and help us better serve the communities we work with.

Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is rooted in our core values:

• Teamwork – We collaborate, support one another, and achieve more together.
• Integrity – We act with honesty, fairness, and transparency in everything we do.
• Excellence – We set high standards and deliver quality for our people and our customers.
• Respect – We value every individual and create a space where all voices are heard.

We ensure fair opportunities, embrace diverse backgrounds and experiences, and foster a culture where everyone truly belongs.

Join us on our ambitious, exciting, and inclusive journey.