Apprentice Groundworker

About this apprenticeship

About the Role JN Bentley is looking for motivated, hard-working individuals from Oxford and the surrounding areas to join our team as an Apprentice Groundworker. Working alongside experienced Groundworkers on major water industry projects, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience, industry-recognised qualifications and the opportunity to build a long-term career within a leading civil engineering company.
You will be assigned an experienced mentor and become part of an established groundworks gang, working on live construction sites while attending college to develop your technical knowledge and skills.
Key duties will include:

Following all health and safety procedures and site rules
Assisting with site preparation and construction activities
Carrying out general labouring duties
Learning excavation and reinstatement techniques
Assisting with drainage and ducting installation
Helping to lay, level and finish concrete for foundations and floors
Supporting pipe-laying and deep drainage operations
Keeping work areas clean, organised and safe
Learning how to use construction tools and equipment correctly
Working as part of a team to deliver projects safely and efficiently

We're looking for enthusiastic individuals who enjoy practical, hands-on work and are keen to learn. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, reliability, good communication skills, attention to detail, problem-solving ability and the willingness to work as part of a team.
Things to Consider:

A full driving licence is essential
You must be able to travel to sites within approximately 30 miles of Milton Keynes
You will need to attend day-release training at Milton Keynes College Groundworks Training Centre, Bleak Hall

This role involves working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Construction work can be physically demanding and requires a commitment to safe working practices Interested? Apply today! This vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Training

You'll work towards the Groundworker Apprenticeship Standard, combining hands-on site experience with day-release training at Milton Keynes College. You'll be supported by experienced mentors while gaining industry-recognised qualifications, including CSCS, Health & Safety, Working at Height, National Water Hygiene and Plant Skills Training.
Throughout the apprenticeship, you'll develop practical skills in excavation, drainage, concreting, reinstatement, operating construction tools and equipment, interpreting site plans, and working safely and professionally on live construction projects.

What you could go on to do

Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a permanent position with JN Bentley, with progression opportunities including General Operative, Skilled Groundworker, Gang Lead and Site Supervisor. We are committed to developing our people and supporting long-term career growth.