Multi-Trade Groundworker

Multi-Trade Groundworker

Location: Long Stratton, Norwich, Norfolk

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Fulltime: 37hrs per week

We have an exciting opportunity for a Multi-Trade Groundworker to carry out a range of fencing and groundworks activities across Saffron Housing Trust’s estates and properties, ensuring all external areas are safe, secure, and well-maintained for residents.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Operational - Fencing

• Install, repair, and maintain a range of fencing systems (wood, chain-link, palisade, post-and-rail, decorative etc.), gates, and gate furniture to agreed standards.


• Dismantle and dispose of damaged or redundant fencing safely and responsibly.


• Carry out site preparation, including measuring, setting out, groundworks, excavation, installing supports, levelling and reinstating surfaces, and safe use of tools.


• Conduct CAT scanning for underground services before commencing groundworks.

Operational - Groundworker

• Prepare construction sites by clearing vegetation, debris, and obstacles


• Excavate trenches and foundation areas using hand tools or machinery


• Install drainage systems, including pipes, manholes, and soakaways


• Lay kerbs, paving, slabs, and pathways to required specifications


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For a full list of responsibilities please see the attached Role Profile

Our Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Educations and Qualifications:

• NVQ Level 2 in Groundworks or Construction (E)


• Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting (City & Guilds NPTC) (D)


• CAT & genny training (D)


• Full, valid driving license with B + E trailer entitlement or equivalent (E)

Experience:

• Previous experience working in groundworks or the construction industry (E)


• Practical experience in drainage, foundations and site preparation(E)


• Proven experience in fencing installation, repairs, and associated groundwork (E)


• Experience using hand tools and small plant equipment (E)


• Experience working outdoors in varying/extreme seasonal conditions (E)

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Strong practical and problem-solving abilities (E)


• Good understanding of groundwork methods (E)


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team (E)


• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements (risk assessments, manual handling, safe tool use) (E)


• Ability to read site plans, measure and set out work (E)


• Excellent time management and ability to prioritise workload (E)


• Good communication and interpersonal skills (E)


• Able to effectively use mobile technology to manage work activities, communicate, and access organisational systems (e.g. Microsoft Teams) (E)

Personal Attributes:

• Reliable, safety-conscious, and professional (E)


• Customer-focused with a positive attitude (E)


• Physically fit to undertake manual, outdoor work in all weather (E)

Please note this role is subject to a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service check

Closing date: 2nd August 2026

Shortlist date: 3rd August 2026

Interview date: TBC