Groundworker Jobs in York
York has a growing construction job market — residential demand across North Yorkshire, heritage and conservation construction, university campus development, and hospitality and tourism fit-out create consistent opportunities.
Typical pay: £17–£24 per hour · Card required: CSCS Blue Card (NVQ Level 2 Groundworks) — CPCS for plant
Groundworker Jobs in York — What to Expect
York has a growing construction job market — residential demand across North Yorkshire, heritage and conservation construction, university campus development, and hospitality and tourism fit-out create consistent opportunities.
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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