JN Bentley
Skilled Operative Groundworker
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Skilled Operative Groundworker
Skilled Operative – Civil Engineering & Groundworks (Doncaster & Wider Region)
About the Role
At JN Bentley Ltd, we are seeking enthusiastic and motivated Skilled Operatives based in and around Doncaster, with opportunities to work across the wider region.
This is an outstanding opportunity for individuals with a strong background in civil engineering and groundworks to join a thriving, established business. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a proactive approach to work, health & safety, with experience in the water industry and expertise in general civil works, including:
- Concreting
- Deep drainage
- Pipe laying
Reporting to the Lead Hand and Site Management, you will contribute to a site team, delivering groundworks and civil engineering activities primarily within the water sector.
Your key responsibilities include:
- Safely and efficiently executing day-to-day site tasks.
- Ensuring high standards of quality, productivity, and health & safety.
- Supporting the delivery of projects to programme and schedule.
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Candidate Specification
Applicants must possess:
- Proven experience as a Skilled Operative in civil engineering or groundworks, with hands-on experience in:
- Concrete pours
- Deep drainage
- Pipe laying
- Strong emphasis on health & safety, including:
- Active reporting culture
- Valid credentials, such as:
- CSCS / CPCS or NOCN / NPORS
- NVQ qualification (relevant level)
- Relevant plant tickets
- Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
- Ability to work effectively as part of a site team
Advantageous experience includes:
- National Water Hygiene Card
- Thames Water Passport
- Slinger / Signaller or Crane Lift Supervisor certification
- Confined Spaces (City & Guilds) qualification
- Additional plant tickets
- 3-Day First Aid Certificate
What We Offer
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Competitive pay
- Fully funded, industry-recognised career development training
- 30 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Full pension scheme participation
- Uplift and subsistence pay, including accommodation when working away
- Mileage paid for travel
- Enhanced Maternity / Paternity Pay
- Westfield Health (Cash Health Plan) and Occupational Health services
- Cycle to Work scheme and SpexLamps (rebranded as Specsavers employee vouchers)
- Company match funding & Payroll Giving
- Employee Referral Scheme
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About Us
JN Bentley Ltd is a division of Mott MacDonald Bentley, a leading civil engineering and construction firm specialising in high-quality infrastructure solutions across the UK. With over 2,800 employees and an annual turnover of £500m+, we prioritise investing in people and delivering excellent outcomes for clients.
How to Apply If interested, candidates must submit a formal application highlighting their water industry experience, including:
- Drainage work
- Pipe-laying skills
- Specific types of pipework expertise
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