Groundworks & Plant Operator – Infrastructure Impact

Location: FalkirkSalary: CompetitiveContract Type: PermanentWorking Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Looking for a hands‑on role where your work makes a real impact on site? Join us as a Groundworker / Plant Operative and play a key role in delivering high-quality infrastructure works safely and efficiently.

You’ll support site operations across groundworks, drainage, and plant activities—helping keep projects on track, on spec, and completed to a high standard.

What you’ll do:

• Carry out groundworks including drainage installation, excavation, and reinstatement
• Install foul and surface water drainage, manholes, and gullies
• Lay pipes, set levels, and ensure correct falls to drawings and specifications
• Mix, pour, and finish concrete for bases, slabs, footings, and kerbs
• Operate plant and use hand tools safely and effectively
• Backfill, compact, and reinstate completed works to required standards
• Read and work from drawings, plans, and site instructions
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures, including PPE and safe systems of work
• Work closely with supervisors, engineers, and other trades to keep projects moving

What you’ll get:

• Opportunity to work on varied infrastructure and groundworks projects
• Consistent, hands‑on work in a supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and development to build your skills and competencies
• Exposure to a range of activities including drainage, concreting, and plant operations
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing team
• A strong safety‑first culture with clear processes and support on site
• The chance to develop experience across different sites and project types

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in groundworks, including drainage, excavation, and reinstatement
• Ability to read drawings, set levels, and follow site instructions
• Practical experience with concreting (mixing, placing, finishing)
• Understanding of safe working practices on construction sites
• Reliable team player with good attention to detail and work standards

Desirable:

• Plant tickets (e.g. excavator, dumper, roller)
• Experience with shuttering, formwork, or basic steel fixing
• Experience working around live services or permit‑to‑work systems
• Relevant site safety training (e.g. First Aid, Manual Handling)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary – aligned with your skills and experience
• Pension scheme – helping you plan for the future
• Recognition schemes – celebrating and rewarding great work
• Private GP service – fast, convenient access to medical support
• Life insurance – providing added peace of mind

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