Groundworker Apprentice - Sheephouse Wood

• Location:
  
  Various projects (some travel and living away expected)
• Start date:
  
  September 2026
• Contract type:
  Full time/permanent

Are you looking to kick‑start your career in construction? Do you enjoy working outdoors and being hands‑on? Join our team as a Groundworker Apprentice and build the foundations for a successful career in the industry!

BAM is a trusted name in construction, delivering high‑quality infrastructure projects. From foundations to drainage, we take pride in creating the groundwork for success.

A BAM apprenticeship is a full‑time earn and learn position; where you will be involved in delivering multimillion projects, leaving a lasting legacy and positive change in our communities.

On completion of a level 2 apprenticeship, you will then be given the opportunity to progress on to further learning and leadership training to work towards becoming a Works Manager of the future.

As a Groundworker Apprentice, you'll learn essential skills to support construction projects, including:

• Preparing and levelling construction sites
• Laying foundations, drainage systems, and concrete
• Operating and maintaining tools and equipment
• Following health and safety protocols on‑site
• Working as part of a team to complete a variety of groundwork tasks

You will work across multiple pumping station projects and gain hands‑on experience while working towards a Level 2 Groundworker Apprenticeship with the support of experienced mentors and on‑the‑job training.

• GCSE Maths and English grade 5 or above is desirable but you will have the opportunity to build on your academic achievements while on the apprenticeship
• To be eligible you must not already hold a similar qualification of the same level

• Many projects are not accessible via public transport; a driving licence would be desirable or the ability to learn and have access to a vehicle while on the apprenticeship
• Due to the nature of our industry you may be required to move away to work on a project; we cannot always guarantee a location near your home. BAM supports this by paying a living away allowance

• Are eager to learn and develop new skills
• Enjoy practical, hands‑on work in an outdoor environment
• Have good communication and teamwork skills
• Are reliable, hardworking, and take pride in their work
• Hold a valid driving licence (desirable) or willing to obtain one during the apprenticeship
• Be willing to sometimes live away on projects or travel (living away allowance and travel expenses paid)

In addition to a competitive salary, living away allowance and benefits package, we provide continuing development opportunities within a creative and considerate work environment.

BAM is committed to equality of opportunity in all its employment practices, and to developing family friendly policies that support work‑life balance.

• BAM benefits (online shopping discount platform)
• Volunteering days
• Wellbeing days
• Generous holiday allowance including additional holiday purchase scheme
• Annual salary review
• Living away allowance where appropriate
• EAP (Employee assistance programme)
• Mental health & wellbeing programme