Agency: Search Consultancy

Location: Newton Abbot

Search Consultancy is looking for an experienced, hard-working Groundworker to join an active civil engineering project in Newton Abbot. We are partnering with a well-established contractor requiring a skilled operative capable of carrying out a range of civils and groundworks tasks on site.

If you are a Groundworker who takes pride in safe, high-quality work in the ground and wants to secure local employment with a reputable regional contractor, we have immediate starts available now.

The Role

• Drainage & Utilities: Assisting with pipe laying, trenching, backfilling, and drainage installations to project drawings.

• Slab & Kerb Laying: Laying kerbs, edgings, block paving, and flagstones, ensuring precise alignments and levels.

• Concrete & Foundations: Shuttering, pouring, and finishing concrete for foundations, slabs, and footings.

• General Civils: Assisting with site preparation, excavation support, and operating small site plant as required.

• Site Safety: Adhering strictly to site RAMS, safe digging practices, and utility avoidance protocols.

Requirements

• CSCS Card: Valid CSCS card (Skilled Groundworker / Blue Card preferred).

• Tickets: Plant tickets (CPCS/NPORS for Forward Tipping Dumper, Ride-on Roller, or Excavator) are highly desirable.

• Experience: Proven track record in general groundworks, drainage, and external works on construction or civils sites.

• PPE & Tools: Full standard 5-point PPE and basic hand tools.

• Right to Work: Must have a valid right to work in the UK.

Why Work With Search?

• Competitive Earning Potential: Strong hourly rates paid weekly via CIS, PAYE, or Umbrella.

• Steady Pipeline: We partner with top contractors across the West Country; when one site wraps up, we look to keep you in continuous employment.

• Weekly Pay: Reliable, on-time payments hitting your account every Friday.

• Regional Support: Dedicated consultant support to manage your placements and ensure consistent site bookings.