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Apprenticeship
Civil Engineering

Apprentice Groundworker

Palmer Construction LTD

Location

Barnsley

Salary

£16,640 For Your First Year, Then Could Increase Depending On Your Age

Type

Apprenticeship

Sector

Civil Engineering

Posted

2026-09-21

Job Description

Start your career with Palmer Construction! Gain hands-on experience, earn while you learn, and develop industry-recognised skills. We offer structured career paths, ongoing training, a supportive team, rewards, social activities, equal opportunities, and a safe workplace where you can build a successful future. Wage £16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) There are occasions when travel time or lodging allowance is paid if the site is a distance from Head Office. This is in addition to the basic salary. Training course Groundworker (level 2) Hours Monday - Friday 7.30am - 4.00pm (however travelling to and from site will be before and after these hours). 40 hours a week Start date Monday 9 November 2026 Duration 1 year 6 months Positions available 2 Work Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience. What you'll do at work Groundworkers are employed on construction sites that involve ground preparation such as, foundations or footing for new buildings. Your day-to-day tasks may include: Ground working - marking out an

Requirements

Start your career with Palmer Construction! Gain hands-on experience, earn while you learn, and develop industry-recognised skills. We offer structured career paths, ongoing training, a supportive team, rewards, social activities, equal opportunities, and a safe workplace where you can build a successful future. Wage £16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age National Minimum Wage rate for Location: Where You'll Work Synergy House 124 Pontefract Road Barnsley S71 1ja

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