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Remedials Groundworker - (Closing Date - 19/12/2025)

Vacancy Location Icon Durham

Overall Objective:

We’re looking for a skilled and dependable Remedial Groundworker to carry out general construction tasks to a high standard, ensuring client satisfaction and full compliance with Health and Safety regulations. You’ll work on projects aimed at preparing sites for council adoption and carry out various tasks as directed by the Site Manager to support smooth project delivery.

Location:

Bowburn

What we will expect from you:

Carry out various tasks as directed by the Site Manager, including:

  • Tarmac patching works and stretches of paths and roads
    • Removing kerbs and pin kerbs
    • Lifting water tobies and BT boxes
    • Concreting 
    • Repair and maintenance of sewer systems
    • Installation of ironwork
    • Laying kerbs
    • Flags and block paving
    • Checking BT boxes for completion

  • Ensure timesheets are submitted accurately and on time
  • Adhere to company absence reporting procedure
  • Work independently as well as part of a team

It is not possible for this document to totally encompass or define all tasks that may be required of the post holder. The outlined duties may therefore vary from time to time without materially changing either the character or level of responsibility.

Qualifications:

  • A valid UK driving licence - essential
  • Confined space training – essential
  • Street works qualifications - preferred

Attributes & Skills:

  • Has a “can do / will do” attitude
  • Is punctual and reliable
  • To work safely and efficiently
  • Keeps people informed of progress on key tasks
  • Displays good time management skills
  • Polite and approachable
  • Is open to new ideas and listens to other people’s point of view
  • Takes responsibility for managing own performance and personal development
  • Conducts themselves in a courteous and professional manner
  • Communicates clearly and appropriately

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, everyone is encouraged to apply again when a suitable role becomes available.

Yes, anyone applying to work at Esh will be treated equally in line with our policy. We strive to recruit from the widest and most diverse talent pool available.

In line with GDPR legislation, we treat your information with the strictest confidence. It will not be shared with third parties.

Our interview process is based on individual role requirements. We use competency-based questions and may also use other selection tools such as presentations or psychometric testing. It may sound daunting, but it isn’t – you will be given sufficient guidance prior to your interview.

Sorry, unfortunately not.

Sorry, unfortunately not. Please check our current vacancies on our website or sign up to receive vacancy alerts.

Yes, if one of our team recommends you and you’re successful, they could earn up to £500 as long as they are not part of the selection process.

Yes, you can email us direct at HR@esh.uk.com or complete the enquiry form at the foot of our Careers page.

Contact our HR Team

North East & Tees Valley

Durham Office, 0191 377 4570

Yorkshire & Humber

Leeds Office, 0113 399 3030