Join Coinford Ltd, a leading specialist in groundwork and concrete frame construction. We are seeking experienced External Works Groundworkers with strong snagging expertise to help deliver high-quality projects across our sites.
If you take pride in precision, workmanship, and delivering projects to the highest standard, we want to hear from you.
The Role
As an External Works Groundworker, you will play a key role in delivering and finishing works to specification, ensuring all drainage, infrastructure, and external works are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
Essential Requirements
Confident in reading and interpreting drawings and technical documentation
Competent in the setup and safe use of trench boxes, drag boxes, and manhole boxes
Proficient in the use of pipe lasers
Experienced in laying concrete, clay, and plastic pipes (all sizes), ensuring correct bedding, surround, line, level, and testing
Skilled in groundwater management, including selecting and setting up appropriate pumps
Knowledgeable in correct trench backfilling procedures
Experienced in manhole benching
Confident working around live services and applying safe service avoidance techniques
Strong experience in external works including kerbs, edgings, slabs, and block paving
Detailed knowledge of materials and specifications relating to:
Underground drainage
Road formation and build-up
Kerbing and edging
Slab laying and block paving
Hard and soft landscaping works
Able to carry out daily pre-start plant safety inspections and routine maintenance checks, reporting service requirements to site management in good time
Desirable Skills & Experience
CPCS/NPORS tickets
Experience operating telehandlers, dumpers, and rollers
510+ years experience in skilled groundworks
Established gangs or teams with proven experience working together
What We Expect
Reliability and punctuality
Ability to work collaboratively with other trades and site operatives
Commitment to supporting programme delivery and maintaining high standards
Valid right to work in the UK
What We Offer
We maintain exceptionally high standards across our sites and we recognise and reward quality workmanship.
In Return, We Offer
Fair and competitive rates
Opportunities for ongoing and future project work
Access to further training, aligned with site requirements
Long-term opportunities with a respected and growing contractor
Be part of a dynamic team helping shape the future of groundwork and concrete frame construction.
Please note that to comply with client requirements, we can only accept NPORS cards affiliated with CSCS and carrying the CSCS hologram. We no longer accept traditional NPORS cards. If you would like further details on how to transfer your card from the traditional scheme to the CSCS scheme, please click How to achieve an NPORS CSCS Operator Card NPORS
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