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!\n\nBAM is a trusted name in construction, delivering high-quality infrastructure projects. From foundations to drainage, we take pride in creating the groundwork for success.\n\nA BAM apprenticeship is a full time earn and learn position; where you will be involved in delivering multi million projects.\u00A0 Leaving a lasting legacy and positive change in our communities.\n\nOn completion of a Modern Apprenticeship in Groundworks, 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, youâll learn essential skills to support construction projects, including:\n\nPreparing and levelling construction sites.\nLaying foundations, drainage systems, and concrete.\nOperating and maintaining tools and equipment.\nFollowing health and safety protocols on-site.\nWorking as part of a team to complete a variety of groundwork tasks.\n\nYouâll gain hands-on experience while working towards a Modern Apprenticeship in Groundworks (SQF L5 in Construction and Civil Engineering Operations) at UHI and with the support of experienced mentors and on-the-job training. Academic requirements\n\nIdeally, youâll have five National 4 or 5s (or similar) English and Maths but you'll have the opportunity to build on your academic achievements so far whilst on the apprenticeship.\n\nTo be eligible for this apprenticeship you must not already hold a similar qualification of the same level.\n\nAdditional requirements\n\nA lot of our projects are in locations that are not accessible via public transport so a driving licence would be desirable or the ability to learn and have access to a vehicle whilst on the apprenticeship.\n\nDue to the nature of our industry, you may be required to move away to work on a project.\u00A0 We cannot always guarantee that you will be placed on a project which is close to your home.\u00A0 BAM do support this by paying a living away allowance.