Hampshire / South Coast · Groundworks & Civils · Demand: Moderate

Groundworker Jobs in Portsmouth

Portsmouth has a solid construction job market — waterfront regeneration, defence and naval infrastructure, residential demand across Hampshire, and higher education construction create consistent opportunities.

Typical pay: £17–£24 per hour · Card required: CSCS Blue Card (NVQ Level 2 Groundworks) — CPCS for plant

Groundworker Jobs in Portsmouth — What to Expect

How to qualify as a Groundworker

Groundworkers typically gain qualifications through NVQ Level 2 in Excavation and Laying Drainage, Leading to a CSCS Blue Card. Many groundworkers also gain CPCS plant tickets (excavator, dumper) to increase their earning potential and employability.

Career progression

Experienced groundworkers progress to gang foreman, groundworks supervisor, or into civil engineering roles. Gaining plant tickets (CPCS excavator, dumper) significantly increases day rates and demand.

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Register for Groundworker Jobs in Portsmouth

Groundworkers are in consistent demand across residential, commercial, and civils programmes. Register with Phoenix Gray to access live groundworker jobs in your area.

What you get when you register:

Access to live vacancies in Portsmouth
Temp, contract and permanent options
Weekly pay on qualifying temp assignments
Dedicated consultant for your trade
Fast registration — no lengthy forms
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Typical Groundworker Duties in Portsmouth

Excavation and earthworks

Drainage installation

Concrete formwork

Manholes and inspection chambers

Subbase and blinding

Duct laying

Project Types Recruiting Groundworkers in Portsmouth

Waterfront regenerationDefence and naval constructionResidential and housingHigher education