JN Bentley
Skilled Operative Groundworker
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Skilled Operatives – Groundworks & Civil Engineering (Whitby & Wider Region)
Location: Whitby, with work across the wider UK region Employer: JN Bentley Ltd (part of Mott MacDonald Bentley)
We are seeking energetic and proactive Skilled Operatives with a strong background in civil engineering, groundworks, and water industry projects to join our trusted team.
About the Role
You will report to the Lead Hand and Site Management, collaborating on a team to deliver high-quality groundworks and civil engineering work primarily within the water industry.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Safely and efficiently performing day-to-day site tasks, including:
- Concreting
- Deep drainage and pipe laying
- General civil works
- Ensuring adherence to works programmes, maintaining productivity and high standards
- Actively contributing to health, safety, and environmental compliance
- Working collaboratively in a dynamic site environment
Requirements & Preferred Qualifications
Essential
- Proven experience as a Skilled Operative in civil engineering or groundworks projects
- Hands-on experience in:
- Concrete pours
- Deep drainage and pipe laying (must include water industry drainage experience)
- Strong health and safety mindset, with experience in a structured reporting culture
- Current CSCS / CPCS / NOCN or NPORS qualification
- Including NVQ level 2/3 in Construction or related discipline
- Relevant plant tickets (e.g., excavators, skid steers, swepers)
- Full UK driving licence (essential for travel between sites)
- Location flexibility (primarily operating in North Yorkshire & surrounding regions)
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Advantageous
- National Water Hygiene Card
- Thames Water Passport (or equivalent water utility accreditation)
- Plant-specific training, such as:
- Slinger/Signaller or Crane Lift Supervisor
- Confined Spaces (City & Guilds 5001 or equivalent)
- Additional plant/vehicle tickets (e.g., tracked plant, PPU clips)
- 3-Day First Aid Certificate or higher
What We Offer
Competitive Reward & Benefits
✔ Competitive hourly/daily rates – Earn while developing your skills
✔ Career Development & Training
- Fully funded training programmes for accreditations and upskilling
- Industry-recognised qualifications sponsored by the company
✔ Flexible Working & Support
- Mileage paid on all travel between job sites
- 30 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Uplift and subsistence payment when working away
- Accommodation provided overnight
✔ Employee Wellbeing & Perks
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
- Occupational health checks and flu vaccinations
- Westfield Health Plan (Health Cash Scheme)
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Specsavers vouchers (£100 annual allowance)
- Voluntary company pension scheme with employer contributions
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✔ Additional Benefits
- Payroll giving matched funding option
- Office referral scheme for won rewards/perks
About Us
At JN Bentley Ltd (part of Mott MacDonald Bentley), we are a trusted partner in civil engineering and construction, delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across the UK.
- Over 2,800 employees
- Commercial turnover exceeding £500m annually
- Growing through powers of innovation and training
We invest in nurturing our skilled workforce, providing opportunities for professional growth and meeting the demands of our water, transport, and construction industry clients.
Deadline for applications: [To be confirmed] Please list your experience with water industry drainage, pipelaying, and specific pipework in your application.
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