Skilled Groundworker

ROLE OVERVIEW

Coinford are looking for experienced Ground workers to join our team on a major residential project in Kent, focusing on the installation of plot drainage, service connections, utility ducting, and associated groundwork packages.

We have long-term work available, 10 hours paid per day, competitive rates, and a steady pipeline of work for the right people.

If you take pride in your work, turn up every day, and can deliver a high standard of workmanship, we want to hear from you.

• Setting up and using trench boxes, drag boxes, manhole boxes, and pipe lasers.
• Installing plot drainage systems, including foul water, surface water, and storm drainage.
• Laying concrete, clay, and plastic pipes to the correct bed, surround, and levels.
• Installation of inspection chambers, manholes, gullies, and associated drainage components.
• Installing service runs, utility ducts, draw pits, and service crossings.
• Ensuring pipes and drainage systems are tested and installed correctly.
• Managing groundwater and setting up the correct pumping equipment where required.
• Ensuring correct back filling and reinstatement of trenches.
• Benching of manholes and completion of associated drainage works.
• Excavating and preparing trenches for drainage and service installations.
• Working safely around live services using correct service avoidance techniques.
• Reading and working from drawings, levels, and site instructions.
• Carrying out daily pre-start plant safety inspections.
• Working effectively as part of a gang to achieve programme deadlines and quality standards.

• CSCS Groundworker Card or similar qualification.
• Confined Space Ticket.
• Safety Critical Medical (site specific).
• CAT & Genny Training.
• Proven experience in plot drainage and service installations.
• Experience installing foul and surface water drainage systems.
• Experience laying service ducts and utility infrastructure.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work well with other trades.
• Right to work in the UK.

• CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) Forward Tipping Dumper*.
• CPCS / NPORS Ride-On Roller.
• Abrasive Wheels Training.
• Face Fit Certification.
• Harness Awareness Certification.
• 5-10+ years of skilled groundworks experience.
• Experienced working gangs/teams highly sought after.

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.

• Fair and competitive rates with weekly pay.
• Ongoing work on groundwork and infrastructure projects.
• Opportunities to move into more skilled roles.
• Access to further training and tickets where required by specific sites.
• Long-term opportunities for the right candidates.