Job Description

Job Title:

Civils / Groundworks Skilled Labourer

Location:

UK-Wide (must be comfortable working away from home)

Salary:

From 38,000 per annum (paid weekly, every Friday)

Hours:

Monday to Friday, full-time

*Please note: Applications without completed pre-qualification questions will not be considered.

Role Overview

Gigawatt Industries Ltd is a leading Independent Connections Provider (ICP) delivering nationwide EV charging infrastructure. We are seeking a motivated and reliable Skilled Civils / Groundworks Labourer to support our 3-man teams across the UK. This is not a general labouring role -- you will be directly involved in trenching for HV/LV cabling, installing ducts, assisting with foundation works, and reinstating surfaces, while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. The role is ideal for someone with construction or utilities experience who wants to develop into a Groundworker / Machine Operator or Team Leader position.

Key Responsibilities

Support trenching and excavation works for HV/LV cable routes. Assist with installing ducts, drawpits, and feeder pillar bases. Help construct and finish substation and charger bases. Carry out reinstatement works (tarmac, paving, concrete, and soft ground). Operate tools, plant, and equipment safely under supervision. Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant worksite at all times. Follow RAMS, permits-to-dig, and site safety requirements. Develop skills with a view to progressing into higher roles.

Minimum Qualifications & Certifications

CSCS card

(required)

Full UK driving licence

(required)

Advantageous Qualifications & Experience

Cat & Genny (Cable Avoidance Tool training) SWQR (Street Works Qualification Register) NPORS / CPCS tickets such as Dumper, Roller, or Excavator Previous experience in utilities, highways, or construction works Exposure to EV charging or substation projects

Ideal Candidate

Experienced in supporting groundworks or utility projects. Physically fit, safety-conscious, and reliable. Holds or is willing to gain further tickets (SWQR, Cat & Genny, NPORS/CPCS). Flexible and willing to work nationwide (accommodation provided). Ambitious to progress into Groundworker / Machine Operator or Team Leader roles as Gigawatt grows.

Benefits

Accommodation provided when working away. Breakfast and evening meal allowances. Weekly pay (every Friday). Overtime opportunities available. Vehicle provided for the team. Company pension. Free/on-site parking.

Compliance & Standards

All works must be delivered in strict accordance with:

UK Health & Safety regulations DNO/IDNO requirements for ICP projects Gigawatt Industries' internal quality, safety, and compliance procedures
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Application question(s):

Do you hold a valid CSCS card? (Yes/No) Do you hold a current full UK driving licence? (Yes/No) Have you worked on EV charging infrastructure projects before (e.g. charger bases, feeder pillars, civils for car parks)? (Yes/No - please describe) Do you have experience with cable trenching or duct installation? (Yes/No - please give details) Have you carried out or assisted with surface reinstatement works (e.g. tarmac, paving, concrete, or soft ground)? (Yes/No - please specify) Have you worked on general civils or utility projects (e.g. highways, utilities, EV charging, or construction sites)? (Yes/No - please describe) Do you hold any additional tickets or certifications (e.g. Cat & Genny, SWQR, Dumper, Roller, Excavator)? (Yes/No - please specify) Are you comfortable working away from home Monday-Friday (with accommodation provided)? (Yes/No)
Work Location: In person