Job Description

General Labourer

Location: London & surrounding areas

Salary: Competitive

Contract Type: Full time, permanent

Typical Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday

Get hands-on. Support essential infrastructure. Keep projects moving.

At Ground Control Geotechnical Solutions, we deliver high-quality, sustainable geotechnical and groundwork services that support safe and efficient infrastructure projects. We’re looking for a reliable, hardworking Labourer to support mobilisation, excavation, and reinstatement (MER) works on site.

This is a practical, outdoor role where you’ll work closely with experienced teams, gain hands-on experience, and develop your skills in construction and groundwork.

What you’ll do

In this role, you’ll assist site teams to ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

• Support mobilisation of tools, equipment, and materials to and from site

• Prepare worksites, including clearing areas, setting up barriers, signage, and access

• Assist with excavation works, including manual digging and material handling

• Support reinstatement works such as backfilling, compaction, and finishing

• Operate basic tools and equipment, including compactors, shovels, and wheelbarrows

• Help maintain safe, clean, and organised sites

• Follow HSE procedures, RAMS, and all site safety requirements

• Attend toolbox talks and daily safety briefings

What you’ll get

• Hands-on experience across geotechnical, groundwork, and reinstatement projects

• A supportive, team-focused environment with practical on-site training

• Opportunity to develop skills in excavation, reinstatement, and small plant operation

• Career progression into more specialist roles within Ground Control

What we’re looking for

• Experience in general labouring, groundwork, or construction

• Basic knowledge of excavation and reinstatement works

• Ability to use hand tools and basic equipment safely

• Good understanding of health & safety on construction site

• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weatherS

• CSCS card

Desirable

• Experience with reinstatement, paving, tarmacking, or landscaping

• Experience operating small plant or machinery

• First Aid or other relevant safety qualifications

Benefits

• Competitive salary – aligned with your skills and experience

• Pension scheme – helping you plan for the future

• Recognition schemes – celebrating and rewarding great work

• Private GP service – fast, convenient access to medical support

• Life insurance – providing added peace of mind

• Subsidised gym membership – supporting your health and wellbeing

• Holiday buy scheme – purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave

Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010.

We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation.

We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels.