Job Description

The Role
We are currently seeking Skilled Groundworkers to join our expanding team and support both new and existing contracts across Plymouth & Tavistock. As a skilled operative, you will undertake a range of hands-on tasks, often working as part of a team, and applying your technical knowledge to deliver high-quality service. At Cormac, we value our employees and provide opportunities for training and development, competitive pay, and a supportive working environment. If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you.

Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting with the laying of kerbs and new drainage lines to specified lines and levels
• Shovelling and laying on-site materials
• Excavating and digging trenches, compacting, and backfilling holes
• Mixing and applying concrete-based materials
• Maintaining a tidy site environment throughout the project
• Loading and unloading materials and equipment
• Leading by example and supporting other operatives on-site
• Assisting 1st and 2nd level operatives when required

To find out more please take a look at the role profile

About You
We are looking for candidates who meet the following criteria:

• A valid UK driving licence with experience driving 3.5t and 7.5t vehicles (depending on licence)
• A valid CSCS card (essential)
• Strong understanding of health and safety protocols
• Previous experience in civil engineering, construction, or groundworks (essential)
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• NRSWA qualification (preferred)
• Experience with small powered equipment, such as disc cutters, petrol breakers, and wacker plates (advantageous)
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to travel as required and work flexible hours, including overtime
• Willingness to learn and grow within the company

Additional qualifications such as a roller, excavator, or HGV licence, and New Roads and Street Works (NRSWA) certification would be highly advantageous.

Salary: £35,052 - £37,743 (dependant on experience)

Working Hours: 45 hour working week (Monday To Friday, weekend working where needed, and also some night working as and when) Overtime available

Contract Type: Permanent

Base: Working on sites across Plymouth & Tavistock

Working with us you will have an employee benefits package that includes:

• Generous pension scheme with employer contribution
• Employee discount scheme and wellbeing events
• Holiday starting at 23 days and increasing to 28 with service (pro-rata if part-time) with option to purchase additional , plus bank holidays
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Flexible working hours & home working options
• Investment and support in your continuous training and development
• Opportunity to become a Safeguarding Advocate, Health & Wellbeing Champion and Mental Health First Aider

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of all our service users, clients and customers. If the role is working with vulnerable individuals and/or children and young people, you will be asked to complete a relevant DBS check to be successfully appointed to the role.

To apply

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Contact us

If you’d like to have a discussion about the role, please feel free to contact our in-house resourcing team for an informal chat about the role.

Thank you for your interest in supporting our important work at Cormac