PTS Groundworker
PTSGrouWork_WB080825_1754668795 Posted: 08/08/2025
Daniel Owen Agency are recruiting for an enthusiastic PTS Groundworker to join our client's established rail infrastructure team, working predominantly in the Sevenoaks area. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects, with varied and challenging work in a professional and safety-focused environment.
The Role
As a PTS Groundworker, you will play a vital role in supporting site-based civil engineering and survey activities within the rail sector. You'll be involved in a variety of groundworks and survey-related tasks, ensuring works are delivered to the highest safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Carry out a range of groundwork and civils tasks, including trial pits, reinstatement, and concrete or masonry coring.
2. Assist with surveys including drainage CCTV, dye testing, and structural inspections of bridges, columns, and other rail infrastructure.
3. Support the installation, testing, and commissioning of small to medium-scale works in the rail environment.
4. Follow all health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures in line with company and legislative requirements.
5. Communicate effectively with team members, site managers, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
6. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and best practices.
7. Work flexibly, including potential night work and weekend shifts where line blocks are required.
Who We're Looking For:
While experienced candidates are welcome, our client is particularly interested in those at an early stage in their career who are eager to learn. This role offers the chance to be upskilled and supported through a structured training programme, with opportunities to gain further certifications and hands-on experience across multiple aspects of rail infrastructure works.
Essential Requirements:
8. Valid PTS (Personal Track Safety) certification.
9. Full, clean UK driving licensce - essential for travelling between sites.
10. Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
Desirable Skills & Experience:
11. CSCS card.
12. Experience with Cat & Genny, PASMA, or IPAF equipment.
13. Knowledge of AutoCAD and the ability to assist with producing survey drawings.
14. Background in mechanical, electrical, civils, or structural environments.
Salary & Benefits:
15. Competitive salary of £30,000 per annum.
16. Full training programme and career development opportunities.
17. Opportunity to work on varied and high-profile rail projects.
If you have a proactive, safety-first attitude and want to develop a career in the rail sector, this is your chance to learn from industry professionals while earning and progressing.
Please feel free to contact the London Rail Team on 0203 370 0846, to discuss the role further.