Groundworker Apprentice

Purpose of the role:

The Groundworker Apprentice plays a key role in preparing construction and civil engineering sites and supporting the delivery of infrastructure projects. As one of the first trades on-site, the role focuses on setting out work areas, preparing ground surfaces and installing essential elements such as drainage and foundations to enable structural work to begin.

Working alongside engineers, supervisors and other construction trades, the apprentice contributes throughout the full project lifecycle—from initial site preparation through to final completion activities. This is a hands-on, practical role that develops core construction skills while supporting safe, efficient and high-quality site operations.

Apprenticeship Information:

• Level 2 Groundworker Apprenticeship
• Duration: Approximately 18 Months + EPA
  
• Hourly Rate: £10.40 (The advertised salary range reflects variations in contracted weekly hours. Apprentice pay is calculated using a standard hourly rate, with annual salary adjusted according to the contractual hours available for the position. Working hour arrangements may vary based on age-related employment regulations and business requirements)
• Qualification delivered through an approved training provider
• Dedicated study time provided as part of your working week
• Ongoing support from your manager, mentor, and training provider

Key Responsibilities: 

• Learn how to read utility plans and drawings 
• Get hands-on helping with drainage, concreting and laying paths or surfaces
• Support installing underground services like pipes and ducting
• Learn how to build the foundations that everything else is built on

• Help dig trenches for foundations and utilities
• Support finding underground services safely
• Assist with putting ground and surfaces back to normal after work is completed
• Learn how to safely use tools, equipment and basic machinery
• Help move and organise materials around site
• Support guiding vehicles or machinery safely when needed
• Follow site safety rules at all times, including wearing PPE
• Work safely around machinery, excavations and other hazards
• Help keep the site clean, tidy and safe for everyone
• Work closely with your team, supervisors and other trades
• Ask questions, learn from others and build your confidence on site
• Communicate clearly to support smooth day-to-day work
• Help complete work on time and to the right standard
• Report any issues or problems to your supervisor
• Take pride in your work and the finished result
• Learn on the job and build practical skills every day
• Complete your apprenticeship training and assignments
• Take part in regular check-ins with your manager and training provider
• Follow company rules, processes and expectations at all times

Qualifications / Training: 

Essential 

• Maths and English at Grade 4 or above (or equivalent of Grade D-A*) or Functional Skills Level 1 
• Drivers Licence
• IT Literate 

Living the Company Values:

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By embedding our companies core values and purpose into each role, ensures that every employee, regardless of their role or level, understands how their individual development and contributions align with our purpose of ‘improving today for a better tomorrow’.

Each role and value has an alignment to set proficiency levels and expectations, this role holder is expected to:

• Leading:  Acts as a role model, shaping the learning agenda and influencing change.
• Agile:  Anticipates learning needs, adjusts quickly to changing operational contexts.

• Nurturing: Supports the development of others through coaching and structured development plans.
• Engaging: Inspires and motivates learners, builds trust and credibility
• Safe & Secure: Ensures all learning is aligned to safety and compliance standards.

Your Contribution to the company:

• Strive to be always positive and constructive
• Adhere to all company policies
• Straight talking about the facts of the situation – open discussions are the best way to find solutions
• Help others through communicating clearly
• Deliver on commitments
• Ensure that any ideas that may enhance the productivity or systems of the company are brought to the attention of Senior Management, or your colleagues
• Deliver our Company Values understanding that by working together in unity we are ‘Stronger Together’

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion:

At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.