Apprentice Groundworker

ACS CONSTRUCTION GROUP LTD

Carrington, Stafford

Closes in 15 days (Friday 26 June 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 11 June 2026

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Summary

As an Apprentice you will work alongside  professionals to learn and develop skills in groundwork and civil engineering. You will have the opportunity to work on exciting, specialist energy infrastructure projects.The role will assist in various aspects of construction, including site preparation, drainage, concreting and paving.

Wage

£21,528 a year

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Training course
Groundworker (level 2)
Hours
Monday to Thursday 7.30am to 5.30pm Friday 7.30am to 4.00pm

46 hours a week

Start date

Saturday 1 August 2026

Duration

2 years

Positions available

2

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

  • Assist with site preparation and clearance
  • Learn and apply excavation, drainage, and foundation techniques
  • Install kerbs, paving, and concrete structures
  • Support with laying pipes and other groundwork duties
  • Work safely in accordance with health and safety regulations
  • Operate and maintain hand and power tools
  • Follow instructions from supervisors and contribute to team tasks
  • Attend college or training sessions as part of the apprenticeship program
  • A keen interest in civil engineering and construction
  • Willingness to learn and work outdoors in various weather conditions
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • A positive and proactive attitude
  • Ability to follow instructions and work safely
  • GCSEs in maths and English (preferred but not essential)

Where you'll work

You can select which locations you want to apply for in your application on Find an apprenticeship.

This apprenticeship is available in these locations:

  • Carrington Storage Statera, Manchester Road, Carrington, M31 4AY
  • TST Transformer Factory, Ranshaw Drive, Stafford, ST17 4FD

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

CHESHIRE COLLEGE SOUTH AND WEST

Training course

Groundworker (level 2)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Work safely and securely in compliance with given information, organisational policies and procedures, and current health, safety and welfare legislation including following the procedures for working in contaminated ground
  • Conform with productive working practices and completing the work in accordance with the programme of work
  • Interpret and follow verbal and written work instructions from supervisors and site managers
  • Access, interpret and use drawings and specifications
  • Select the required resources including tools and fixtures
  • Move, handle and store resources complying with relevant legislation & guidance
  • Use and maintain power tools and equipment (including;. compactor plates, boning rods, portable power tools, levels, straight edges, lines, pins and laser equipment)
  • Gauge and mix mortars and concrete by hand and by mixer
  • Select and use basic setting out equipment including tape measures, levels, straight edges, lines and pins, boning rods and laser equipment under guidance of the supervisor
  • Install, maintain and remove temporary protection and safety arrangements for the work area relating to barriers and temporary structures, including protection, safety notices and safety lighting
  • Install and test basic drainage and ducting
  • Measure, mark, cut and install geo-membranes to stabilise soil for re-instatement and excavations
  • Transport and place, then compact and finish concrete to slabs/bases, footing oversights, paths, form slab edgings including positioning reinforcement and kerbs
  • Set out and lay flags, paviours and edging to paths, driveways and other areas
  • Install ironworks relating to access covers and frames, and gully grates and frames including preparatory brickwork
  • Locate and excavate to expose buried utility services using electronic location instruments
  • Provide and remove temporary works including shallow excavation support (up to 1.2 metres)
  • Form and reinstate excavations and surfaces to sub-grades, sub-bases and road bases
  • Prepare to, then direct and guide the movement of vehicles, plant or machinery

Training schedule

  • A structured apprenticeship programme with on-the-job training and mentorship
  • Support to gain industry-recognised qualifications such as CSCS
  • Opportunities for career progression within the company
  • Competitive Apprenticeship wage
  • A supportive and professional working environment

Requirements

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Physical fitness

About this employer

ACS Construction Group Ltd is a leading UK construction services group, with over thirty years of experience delivering complete solutions through our five dedicated business divisions: ACS Construction, ACS Developments, ACS Contracting, ACS Energy, and ACS Groundworks.

 

We support a broad and diverse client base, including organisations such as GE, National Grid, WFEL, SIEMENS and Manchester City Council, demonstrating our capability to deliver across both public and private sectors.

 

It is ACS’s high-performing approach that continues to drive strong levels of repeat business and sustained growth. With a robust order book and an expanding pipeline across several emerging sectors, we are well-positioned for continued success and are actively seeking talented individuals to join our team.

http://www.acsconstructiongroup.com (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

  • A structured apprenticeship programme with on-the-job training and mentorship
  • Support to gain industry-recognised qualifications such as CSCS
  • Opportunities for career progression

After this apprenticeship

A career as a groundworker in civil engineering typically begins in an entry-level role, supporting site teams on construction projects such as roads, foundations, drainage systems, and utilities. In the early stages, individuals build practical skills in excavation, concreting, kerbing, and pipe laying, while gaining essential site safety knowledge and industry qualifications such as CSCS cards and NVQs. With experience, groundworkers can progress to skilled or senior positions, taking on more complex tasks and greater responsibility for quality and productivity. 

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

ACS CONSTRUCTION GROUP LTD

Tony Bishop

tonybishop@acsconstructiongroup.com

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000317058.

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Closes in 15 days (Friday 26 June 2026 at 11:59pm)