Van Elle
Civils Groundworkers
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Location will be Site based in different site locations across the country
Are you ready to build your career with a supportive, hands-on civils team? We’re looking for Civils Groundworkers of all experience levels to join us, develop their skills, and play a key role in delivering high-quality projects across the UK.
What You'll Be Doing
- Work as part of a team, delivering all aspects of groundworks
- Installation of platforms
- Able to use a laser level, and read drawings (not essential but would be a benefit)
- Steel fixing and shuttering (not essential but would be a benefit)
- Drainage installation
- Concreting skills
- Polite manner and good communication skills
- Conduct self in a way that reflects and promotes the Van Elle company values
- Understand and act in accordance with Van Elle’s policies and procedures.
- Any other tasks that you may reasonably be required to undertake.
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Who We're Looking For
- Experience in civils groundworks
- Construction Skills Certificate Scheme (CSCS) card
- CPCS excavator 10t and above or Npors with CSCS logo
- CPCS FWD tipping dumper or Npors with CSCS logo
- CPCS roller or Npors with CSCS logo
- First aid
- Temporary work Supervisor
- Lift supervisor
- Strong work ethic and Punctuality
- Able to Work Nationwide
- SSSTS/SMSTS (Not essential but would be a benefit)
Other Requirements:
- Eligible to work and live in the UK.
- Flexibility to travel in the UK.
- A full driving licence, that is valid in the UK (desirable)
What you’ll get in return:
- Competitive salary depending on experience.
- Hours of work are 7.30am - 6.00pm, Monday to Friday
- 22 days holiday plus bank/public holidays.
- Permanent position
- Benefits include access to Company pension and Healthcare Cash Plan with family option.
- Onsite Training Centre offers ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Access to our 24-hour confidential employee support line.
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About Us
Van Elle is the UK’s largest geotechnical and ground engineering contractor and, since June 2026, proud to be part of the STRABAG Group.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this type of role. The list is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this type of role.
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