Location: Wren Hall – Drax and various England wide
Start date: September 2026
Contract type: Full time/permanent
Our Apprenticeship
Are you looking to kick‑start your career in construction? Do you enjoy working outdoors and being hands‑on? Join our team as a Groundworker Apprentice and build the foundations for a successful career in the industry!
BAM is a trusted name in construction, delivering high‑quality infrastructure projects. From foundations to drainage, we take pride in creating the groundwork for success.
A BAM apprenticeship is a full‑time earn and learn position; you will be involved in delivering multi‑million projects, making a lasting legacy and positive change in our communities.
On completion of a level 2 apprenticeship, you will then be given the opportunity to progress on to further learning and leadership training to work towards becoming a Works Manager of the future.
What You’ll 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.
Projects
Eastern Green Link 2 – Wren Hall, Drax, North Yorkshire
Construction of a converter station and associated works for the southernmost element of Eastern Green Link 2 (EGL2), one of the largest projects of its type in the UK providing a 2‑gigawatt high voltage direct current (HVDC) electrical ‘superhighway’ cable link between Peterhead in Aberdeenshire and Drax in North Yorkshire. Work commenced on site at Wren Hall in September 2024 with project completion expected in late 2029.
What You’ll Need
Academic Requirements
- GCSE Maths and English Grade 5 or above (desired but not required). Opportunity to build on your academic achievements during the apprenticeship.
- You must not already hold a similar qualification of the same level.
Additional Requirements
- Driving licence desirable or ability to learn and have access to a vehicle during the apprenticeship.
- May be required to move away to work on a project. Living away allowance provided.
Who We Are Looking For
- 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.
- Hold a valid driving licence (desirable) or willing to obtain one during the apprenticeship.
- Willing to sometimes live away on projects or travel.
What’s In It For You
In addition to a competitive salary, living away allowance and benefits package, we provide continuing development opportunities within a creative and considerate work environment.
- BAM benefits (online shopping discount platform)
- Volunteering days
- Wellbeing days
- Generous holiday allowance including additional holiday purchase scheme
- Annual salary review
- EAP (Employee assistance programme)
- Mental Health & wellbeing programme
We uphold equality of opportunity in all employment practices, supporting work‑life balance and family‑friendly policies. Discrimination is prohibited on the basis of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.
We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We are on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.
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