Groundworker Apprentice
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Company: SOLUM (SW) LTD
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Location: WOTTON UNDER EDGE, GL12 8DZ
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £28,080.00 per year
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Sector: Construction and the built environment
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Ref: NAS-2000012051
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Application Deadline Date: 02/04/2026
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Start Date: 01/06/2026
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Positions Available: 6
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Working Week: 45 hours per week on site. 7:30 am to 5.00pm. 2 x half an hour breaks (1paid). 20 days holiday plus x8 bank and public holidays.
Brief Description
Solum SW Ltd are delighted to be offering a Groundwork Apprenticeship, looking for 6 apprentices to join the groundworks team.
Training to be Provided
Groundworker Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:
- Throughout the apprenticeship, the apprentice will be engaged in various activities to build their portfolio and enhance their skills in the workplace
- The apprentices will be required to attend SGS College, Horizon 38 Campus, Taurus Road, Filton. BS34 6FE
- Practical workshops building on their skills learnt at college and at work, knowledge lessons and complete a portfolio of evidence
- They will also undertake some self-directed study to further their understanding
- Additionally, the apprentice will have regular progress reviews with their employer and Lecturer Assessor to ensure they are on track
Future Prospects
Future Prospects available and not limited to Foward Tipping Dumper and Ride on Roller tickets.
Site Supervisor - if desired.
Vacancy Detail
Main Duties
General groundwork duties as required but not limited to:
- Laying drainage
- Kerb laying
- Concreting and laying tarmac
- Safe use of tools, plant and materials having due regards to your own safety
- Wearing PPE
- Maintaining the safety of others in accordance with the HASAWA
- Follow and adhere to company policy and procedures
- Promote and maintain an active approach to health and safety in respect of yourself, colleagues and customers.
Ability to take direction and carry out specific works required, under supervision, to the desired standard of their superiors. A buddy system will be in place to ensure that all basic tasks are understood and completed.
Individuals must be 18 years of age or older to work as a groundsworker. This is because of legal requirements and safety considerations, particularly regarding operating machinery and handling materials on highways.
Other Information
Must be able to get to and from the place of work in a safe and timely manner, all sites within a 25 mile radius of Bristol. Having a CSCS card is required to go on site. Applicants must be over 18 to apply as this is a requirement from the employer. Applicants must live within Bristol, or South Gloucestershire area.