Start your construction career with a Groundworks Apprenticeship. Earn while you learn on real construction sites, gaining hands-on experience in drainage, foundations, paving and site preparation, while working towards a recognised qualification and a long-term, stable career with progression opportunities.
Training course: Groundworker (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.
40.0 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 27 July 2026
Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
Work
As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you'll do at work
- Work on construction and civil engineering sites from start to finish
- Prepare groundworks: drainage, concreting, paving, roads & utilities
- Follow health, safety and environmental rules at all times
- Use hand tools, power tools and basic setting-out equipment
- Work as part of a team with supervisors and other trades
- Learn practical groundwork skills on live sites
Where you'll work
Training
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.
College or training organisation
GREENLIGHT TRAINING LIMITED
Your training course
Groundworker (level 2)
Your training plan
- Groundworker Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
Functional Skills in:
- English & Maths (grade Lvl2)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
A driving licence is preferred for this role, but not essential.
About this company
Greenlight Safety & Training is an Independent Apprenticeship Provider based in Bristol
After this apprenticeship
- Ongoing Career Development
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
GREENLIGHT SAFETY & CONSULTANCY LTD
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000039963.
Apply now
Closes on Monday 20 July 2026