Groundworks Assistant

We're looking for a Groundworks Assistant to join the Auger Team, covering Stoke-on-Trent. Our total package is worth £31,884.00 without overtime.

We provide drainage, water mains and subsidence services across the UK, doing 'whatever it takes' for our customers. 95% of our people say they feel valued, and 81% rate us 8+ when asked how likely they are to recommend Auger as a workplace. That's why we're recognised as a Platinum level Investors in People organisation, alongside the top 2% of UK employers.

• Starting Salary - £28,089.10
• Annual Bonus – approx £2000 - £2500
• 5.5% Pension Contribution – approx £1484

• Optional weekend OT at 1.5x rate, e.g. 10 days would top up the package to £33,504.53

• 42.5hrs per week, Mon‑Fri only & No on‑call work
• We pay door‑to‑door including all driving time
• Go straight to your job from home – you don't have to report to a depot or yard first
• Limited stay‑aways, with bonuses/annual leave for more than 3 overnights per quarter

• 22 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays
• AL increases to 25 days within 5 years' service
• Enhanced bereavement, sickness and maternity/paternity leave

• Health Plan with cashback for many services including dentist, optician & physio for you and your children, as well as access to a 24‑Hour GP & gym discounts
• 2 company‑wide events per year & regular funded socials in your region
• A focus on training & progression, working with some of the best engineers in the country
• £1000 for successful employee referrals
• Access to discounted Mortgage & Insurance Services

• All the training & support you'll require to become a qualified Engineer
• A choice of our quality uniform range & all PPE
• Your own fully equipped vehicle that isn't shared with others
• Mobile phone & tablet
• Fuel and trade cards so you can stock up when you need
• Local storage sites & skips
• A dedicated Field Operations Team to help you with on‑site challenges and any kit, equipment, materials, uniform, vehicle or plant requirements

• Assist our experienced Engineers to complete a variety of jobs including repairs, investigations, excavations and reinstatement works
• Work effectively with other engineers in our team as required
• Learn all aspects of every engineering role at Auger
• Specialise in one area after a year and aim to become a junior engineer
• Communicate proactively with our Field Operations Team at HQ

• No previous experience is essential – we will provide you with all the training you need
• Some experience of groundworks or preferable

• You are great at caring for customers
• You are confident in finding solutions and overcoming unforeseen challenges
• You take pride in the high standard of your work
• You are enthusiastic, self‑motivated and like to take ownership
• You are looking for a stable place to build a long‑term career
• You have a clear DBS & driving licence

• Stage 1 - Short 15 min phone call with our HR team
• Stage 2 - Interview with management via Teams