Location & Travel
Location: TRU route Huddersfield – Leeds (some travel and living away expected for future projects)
Start date: September 2026
Contract type: Full time/permanent
Role Overview
BAM is a trusted name in construction, delivering high‑quality infrastructure projects. As a Groundworker Apprentice you will learn essential skills and support the delivery of multi‑million projects, leaving a lasting legacy and positive change in our communities.
A full‑time earn‑and‑learn apprenticeship, you will build the foundations for a successful career, progressing to a Level 2 Groundworker Apprenticeship and, upon completion, to further learning and leadership training towards becoming a Works Manager.
What Will You Be Doing?
- Preparing and levelling construction sites.
- Laying foundations, drainage systems and concrete.
- Operating and maintaining tools and equipment.
- Following health and safety protocols on site.
- Working as part of a team to complete a variety of groundwork tasks.
You will gain hands‑on experience on the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU), a transformative, multi‑billion‑pound railway programme that will better connect passengers in the North between Manchester, Huddersfield, Leeds and York.
Academic Requirements
- GCSE Maths and English grade 5 or above is desirable; however, you will have the opportunity to build on your academic achievements whilst on the apprenticeship.
- To be eligible you must not already hold a similar qualification of the same level.
Additional Requirements
- A driving licence is desirable or you should be able to obtain one during the apprenticeship.
- You may be required to move away to work on a project; BAM supports this by paying a living‑away allowance.
Who We Are Looking For
- Enthusiastic, eager to learn and develop new skills.
- Enjoy practical, hands‑on work in an outdoor environment.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Reliable, hardworking and take pride in their work.
- Willing to obtain a driving licence during the apprenticeship.
- Willing to live away on projects or travel; living‑away allowance and travel expenses are paid.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Living‑away allowance where appropriate.
- BAM benefits (online shopping discount platform).
- Volunteering days.
- Wellbeing days.
- Generous holiday allowance including a holiday purchase scheme.
- Annual salary review.
- EAP (Employee Assistance Programme).
- Mental health and wellbeing programme.
Equal Opportunity Statement
BAM is committed to equality of opportunity in all its employment practices and to developing family‑friendly policies that support work‑life balance.
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