CR Civil Engineering Ltd is offering an exciting groundworker apprenticeship where you’ll gain hands-on experience, learn key skills like kerbing, paving, and drainage, and train to safely operate equipment on sites. With full support, college learning, and regular feedback, it’s a solid path to a recognised qualification and a rewarding career.
Annual wage: £16,640 to £26,436.80 a year
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Training course: Groundworker (level 2)
Hours
The work week may vary depending on the site location. Normal working hours on-site are 7:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Thursday, and 7:00am to 3:00pm on Fridays. However, evening and weekend work may be available and will be discussed at the interview.
40.0 hours a week
Possible start date: Tuesday 01 September 2026
Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
Positions available: 2
As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
Groundworkers are employed on construction sites that involve ground preparation such as, foundations or footing for new buildings. Your day-to-day tasks may include:
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
CONSTRUCTION AND PLANT ASSESSMENTS LTD
Groundworker (level 2)
You will achieve the Level 2 Groundworker Apprenticeship Standard by attending CP Assessments Training Centre in Denaby Main, Doncaster to undertake 7 block-release training sessions (4 days), every 10 - 12 weeks.
The successful candidate will work towards achieving Functional Skills Level 2 in both maths and English if they have not achieved this prior or have an equivalent.
Apprentices will also get an Apprentice CSCS card which can be upgraded on completion of the apprenticeship.
GCSE in:
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
This is a manual role that will require a good level of physical fitness. You will be working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and dependant on your location and the location of site you could be required to work away from home Monday - Friday.
CR Civils Engineering Ltd is a medium-sized, award-winning civil engineering contractor engaged in highways, rail, airfield, and general groundwork projects across the UK. With decades of experience, their services range from drainage and earthworks to surfacing and structural works.
https://www.crcivilengineering.co.uk (opens in new tab)
This is a fantastic opportunity for the successful candidate to start their career with a highly reputable and well-established company.
Progression within the organisation with more responsibility is expected on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
In time, you may wish to undertake further qualifications such as Occupational Work Supervision which can be studied at Level 3. With experience you could progress to Site Supervisor, Estimator, or Construction Manager.
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
C.R. CIVIL ENGINEERING LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000033835.
Closes on Sunday 28 June 2026
