Job Description

At McDermotts, we're hiring a

Groundworker/Machine Driver Gang

to join our dynamic team.

We are looking for skilled Ground Workers Gangs with good communication skills to join our site teams in

Bristol, Chippenham and Weston Super Mare.

To be considered for the role you must have:

CSCS/CPCS or NPORS Cards with Lifting Ops

Main Responsibilities

Gangs should comprise of:

A Machine Operator

two skilled Groundworkers with dumper or roller ticket

A operative with dumper or roller ticket.

Key responsibilities include:

Excavation and installation of strip, trench fill, and reinforced pad foundations Installation of foul and surface water drainage systems Laying of pipework, manholes, gullies, and associated chambers Backfilling and compaction to specification Adherence to construction drawings, building regulations, and site safety protocols

Experience:

Valid CSCS cards for all operatives CPCS/NPORS certification for plant operators Demonstrable experience in similar groundworks projects Ability to interpret technical drawings and work to specified levels Own transport to site is preferred

Job type:

Full-time

Working hours:

07:30 - 17:00

Site location:

Bristol, Chippenham and Weston Super Mare.

Why Join McDermotts

McDermotts is a nationwide civil engineering and groundworks company based in Birmingham, supporting some of the largest construction companies across the length and breadth of the UK. Established in 1994, we're a family-founded business that still operates with the customer focus and values we started with. Construction is our passion, and we believe that the industry can provide rich and rewarding experiences.

Our certifications include: CIOB, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, NHSS30, SSIP, Achilles Building Confidence, Safe contractor, Construction Line, FORS and Considerate Constructors.

To ensure we continue to meet the needs of our customers and grow as a business, we continually look for new recruits to join our team. When you engage with McDermotts, you are not just joining a team, you become part of our family. Our culture is built around supporting each other and working together to achieve success.

Commitments

McDermotts is an equal opportunities employer, and we value diversity. All engagement is decided based on a qualifications, merit and business need.

Applicants from outside the UK must have a suitable visa or the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for this job.

Your shared personal information will be stored and shared by email or a printed copy with HR and hiring managers in relation to any open vacancy for which you wish to be considered.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: No less than 45 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Bristol: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):

Are you part of a 3 Man gang?
Experience:

Laying Pipework: 5 years (required) o Installation of foul and surface water drainage systems: 5 years (required) Excavation and installation : 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

CSCS/NPORS Cards (required) Lifting Ops (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: South West- Gangs
Expected start date: 01/09/2025