Groundworker & Plant Operator (Drainage Gangs)

Job Title: Groundworker / Plant Operator / Drainage Gang (Civil Engineering)

Location: Various UK Projects (with Tier 1 Contractors)
Job Type: Long-term Contract / Permanent
Hourly Rate: Excellent, Competitive Rates (DOE)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 16:30

Job Description

Search Consultancy is recruiting for a leading UK Civil Engineering contractor. Due to continued success and new project awards with major Tier 1 contractors, we have an immediate and ongoing requirement for skilled, reliable operatives to join long-term civil engineering projects across the UK.

We are seeking experienced Groundworkers, Plant Operators, and Drainage Gangs / Pipelayers to form dedicated teams on these major schemes. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure long-term work with a reputable business on high-profile projects.

Key Responsibilities

- Groundworkers: Setting out, concrete laying, formwork, kerbing, slab laying, and general groundworks duties to specification.
- Plant Operators: Safe and efficient operation of machinery such as Excavators, Diggers, Dumpers, and Rollers. Experience with GPS systems is advantageous.
- Drainage Gangs / Pipelayers: Installation of foul and surface water drainage systems, including excavation, bedding, laying pipes (uPVC and concrete), and constructing manholes/chambers.
- Work effectively as part of a team to ensure project deadlines are met.
- Adhere strictly to all Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations on site.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings.

Essential Requirements & Qualifications

- Proven experience as a Groundworker, Plant Operator, or Drainage Operative / Pipelayer on civil engineering projects.
- For Drainage roles: Valid Confined Spaces certification (Medium Risk preferred).
- For Plant roles: Relevant CPCS/NPORS certification is essential.
- A valid Safety Critical Medical certificate is mandatory.
- Must be able to pass and comply with regular, random drugs and alcohol tests.
- Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player with a positive attitude.
- Own PPE (Hard Hat, Hi-Vis, Boots, etc.).

The Offer

- Long-term work on major civil engineering projects with a leading contractor.
- Immediate starts available for the right candidates.
- Excellent hourly rates, paid weekly.
- A stable Monday-to-Friday schedule.
- The opportunity to be part of a growing team and represent Search on prestigious projects.

How to Apply

If you are a skilled and reliable operative with the required certifications, please click ''APPLY NOW'' to submit your up-to-date CV.

Search Consultancy is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age