Skilled Groundworkers

Who are we?

Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd is a family run business owned and run by the Smith family since 1982. Smiths has grown from a single owner-operated plant hire company to a multifaceted group with family values still firmly at the heart of each project undertaken. With depots in Avonmouth, Cardiff, Gloucester, Stonehouse and Tewkesbury we operate predominately across the South-West of England. We specialise in Construction, Waste Management, Plant Hire, Demolition and Transport operations.

The position will be based within our Construction team out on sites in the South-West and South Wales. 

We are looking for a skilled groundworkers, successful candidates must have experience in groundwork.

We are willing take on individuals or Construction gangs for the work. This is a permanent role please do not apply if you are self-employed.  

What can we offer you as a skilled groundworker?

• Competitive hourly rate


• Company van


• Life Assurance Scheme


• Corporate gym membership discount


• Be part of a family run business


• Staff discount on skip hire (50% and discounts of further group services)


• Boot allowance


• Progression opportunities


• Unlimited access to mental health support

Responsibilities for the job role as skilled groundworker:

• All aspects of Groundworks


• Drainage and ducting


• Digging footings whilst having an understanding pf plans and datum


• Externals and finishing’s (slabbing, kerbing, paving)


• Concreting


• Complying with Health and Safety policy and procedures


• General labouring


• Ensuring company property is looked after

The successful candidate will carry out:

• All aspects of Groundworks


• Drainage and ducting


• Digging footings whilst having an understanding pf plans and datum


• Externals and finishing’s (slabbing, kerbing, paving)


• Concreting


• Complying with Health and Safety policy and procedures


• General labouring


• Ensuring company property is looked after


• Have ability to work as part of a team


• Have ability to think ahead and consider the job in hand


• Ability to use of power tools


• Have an understanding/reading drawing


• Be self-motivated, keen to learn, conscientious and prepared to work in all weather conditions


• Be reliable and punctual

What are our core values?

If these values align with yours you are in the right place!

Honesty - We believe that honesty in all matters is the best policy.

Family values - We operate as a family unit with high moral standards, discipline and respect.

Hardworking - We are certain that nothing is impossible if you work hard enough at it.

Reliability - We pride ourselves on not letting people down and being true to our word.

Environmental sustainability - We aim to minimise the impact that our company has on the environment by reducing emissions and waste, and recycling a large proportion of our waste (80% plus). We truly believe in a greener future for generations to come.

Please apply if you interested in this role and we will come back to you.