Groundworker / Confined Spaces Operative Location: Cheadle / Stockport, Manchester SK8 Rate: £190–£220 per day Hours: 45 hours per week (7:00am – 5:00pm) Start Date: ASAP Essential Qualifications & Tickets Valid CSCS card Confined Space – Medium Risk Dumper and Roller tickets Proven experience in deep drainage Experience in general civil engineering works including: Earthworks Drainage Ducting Kerbing Concreting Desirable Slinger Signaller First Aid SSSTS / SMSTS Environmental Awareness NRSWA Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Groundworker / Confined Spaces Operative to join a civil engineering and infrastructure project based in Cheadle, Stockport. The ideal candidate will be competent, safety-focused, and hands-on, with proven experience in deep drainage, confined spaces, temporary works, and general civils. This is a full-time freelance position offering a competitive day rate on a structured infrastructure project with a professional site team. Key Responsibilities Install drainage systems, including deep drainage Undertake excavation and groundworks Carry out temporary works installation (sheets, frames, trench boxes) Lay concrete, kerbs, and pavements Dig trenches and assist with ducting works Support site set-up and general construction activities Operate plant safely where ticketed and authorised Comply with all risk assessments, method statements, and site procedures Conduct equipment checks prior to use Maintain a safe, tidy, and organised working environment Attend and contribute to site briefings and toolbox talks Report hazards, incidents, and near misses promptly Candidate Requirements Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a professional site team Strong understanding of site safety, confined space work, and temporary works Ability to work under supervision while maintaining high standards of workmanship Please contact Louis Lord on 07702908983