Role Overview

Coinford are looking for experienced Groundworkers to join our team on a major residential project in Kent, focusing on the installation of plot drainage, service connections, utility ducting, and associated groundwork packages.

We have long-term work available, 10 hours paid per day, competitive rates, and a steady pipeline of work for the right people.

If you take pride in your work, turn up every day, and can deliver a high standard of workmanship, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting up and using trench boxes, drag boxes, manhole boxes, and pipe lasers.
• Installing plot drainage systems, including foul water, surface water, and storm drainage.
• Laying concrete, clay, and plastic pipes to the correct bed, surround, and levels.
• Installation of inspection chambers, manholes, gullies, and associated drainage components.
• Installing service runs, utility ducts, draw pits, and service crossings.
• Ensuring pipes and drainage systems are tested and installed correctly.
• Managing groundwater and setting up the correct pumping equipment where required.
• Ensuring correct backfilling and reinstatement of trenches.
• Benching of manholes and completion of associated drainage works.
• Excavating and preparing trenches for drainage and service installations.
• Working safely around live services using correct service avoidance techniques.
• Reading and working from drawings, levels, and site instructions.
• Carrying out daily pre-start plant safety inspections.
• Working effectively as part of a gang to achieve programme deadlines and quality standards.