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Groundworker

Salisbury Closes 22/09/2026

Reference No.: 1661391

Postcode: SP2 9NY

Civil Engineering

Groundworker (Semi-skilled)

£38000 - £43000 per Year Fuel card, phone, 8% pension, 29 days leave

Permanent / Full Time

Groundworker on drainage & civils projects across the South West. Stability, Paid Travel, Pension, Rain Days, Bank Holidays & Long-term Progression.


Job Title: Groundworker
Location: Wiltshire & South West Projects
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Industry: Drainage / Civil Engineering
Salary Package: £38,000 – £43,000 + Benefits
 
Overview:
Leggwork are working with a long-established and highly respected contractor delivering drainage and civil engineering projects across the South West.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint experienced Groundworkers to join a respected installation team working across drainage, infrastructure and associated civils schemes.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in high-quality workmanship and wants long-term stability within a professional business known for investing heavily in its workforce.
 
Key Responsibilities:

  • Carry out drainage and civil engineering groundworks to a high standard
  • Install underground tanks, drainage systems and pipework
  • Complete concreting, kerbing, landscaping and associated civils works
  • Operate small plant and tools safely and effectively
  • Work collaboratively within site teams across multiple projects
  • Maintain strong health & safety standards on site
  • Ensure all works are completed efficiently and in line with specifications

Requirements:

  • Proven groundworks experience within drainage or civil engineering
  • Deep drainage will be required within the role so prior knowledge is ideal
  • Experience with pipe laying, concreting, kerbing, and external works
  • Familiarity operating small plant machinery
  • Strong work ethic and attention to detail
  • Ability to work effectively within a team environment
  • Full UK driving licence (essential)

What’s On Offer:

  • Competitive salary package
  • Fuel card
  • Minimum 8-hour pay on rain days
  • Paid travel to and from site
  • Mobile phone provided where required
  • 8% employer pension contribution
  • 29 days annual leave including bank holidays
  • Additional holiday accrued after 3 years’ service (up to +5 days after 12 years)
  • Up to 5 holiday days allocated for Christmas shutdown
  • Uniform and PPE provided
  • Ongoing training and development investment
  • Investor in training – Gold Member of The 5% Club
  • Projects across the South West
  • Free on-site parking
  • Long-term stable career with a respected contractor

Apply now or get in touch with Luke Norton directly on 07534 138797
luke.norton@leggwork.com


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