https://jobs.co.uk/job/groundworker-shetland-islands-barker-ross--45fdc8cc-7345-4df0-b6a4-274eb67b6ed6 RSS feed for Groundworker (Shetland Islands) at Barker Ross. en-gb Tue, 06 Oct 2026 18:10:53 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/groundworker-shetland-islands-barker-ross--45fdc8cc-7345-4df0-b6a4-274eb67b6ed6 https://jobs.co.uk/job/groundworker-shetland-islands-barker-ross--45fdc8cc-7345-4df0-b6a4-274eb67b6ed6 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Aberdeen | Salary: £26 - £27/hour | Type: Contract | We are looking for an experienced Groundworkers for a 7-month infrastructure project in the Shetland Islands. The project involves approximately 1,500 metres of large open-cut trenching through fields and peatland , installing three 8-inch power ducts and fibre optic cables , plus a further 2,400 metres of trenching along a carriageway , including tarmac reinstatement . Requirements: Experience laying/reinstating tarmac is essential Previous utilities, ducting, trenching or infrastructure experience preferred Fit and capable of working on a demanding outdoor project Reliable and able to commit to the full rotation References required from previous employers Relevant CPCS/NPORS qualification required 11 days on / 4 days off , with travel to and from Shetland and accommodation paid for by the client . If you are an experienced operator looking for a long-term project in Shetland, please get in touch with your CV and relevant tickets/references. Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and w... Contract