Groundworker x2

Come join Incommunities as our new Groundworker! Within this role, you'll deliver high quality groundworks and external construction activities to the gardens of Incommunities homes.

About us

We are a social housing landlord and one of the largest housing providers in the region with over 22,000 social and affordable homes, mainly in the Bradford district. We employ a talented workforce of nearly 1,000 people.

In 2024 we launched our five-year Corporate Strategy, which runs to 2029. Our purpose is to provide high quality homes, services, and support to our customers, so we’ve worked with colleagues and customers to find out what’s important to them. Our customers sit at the heart of what we do, and our colleagues are the people who’ll help us achieve our vision, which is to create the best customer experience to improve everyday lives.

Duties include:

• Carry out minor groundworks in domestic garden settings, including paths, paving, and access routes, external steps and level transitions, concrete, edging, and foundations for small works.
• Construct, repair, and maintain low walls and small retaining walls, raised beds and level changes, garden structures affecting access and safety.
• Ensure finished works are structurally sound, safe for resident use and suitable for long term durability.
• Construct and repair boundaries in collaboration with the Landscape Operative, including foundations for fencing and boundary structures and retaining features that define or support boundaries.
• Maintain clear and courteous communication where customers are present.
• Load, unload, and handle materials safely.
• Identify and address any HHSRS category 1 and 2 hazards, particularly risk of trips and falls on uneven ground, falls from height due to level changes or unsupported edges and any unsafe steps, paths, or retaining walls.
• Participate in risk assessments and toolbox talks as required.

Requirements

• Experience in a similar role including groundworks, external works, or construction.
• Relevant construction or groundworks qualification or qualified by relevant experience and be willing to work towards a qualification.
• Experience working with paths, steps, and level changes, small walls or retaining structures.
• Able to work outdoors safely where there is exposure to variable weather conditions.
• Ability to read basic drawings or instructions and translate this into practical application and delivery of works.
• Be able to follow instructions, working positively in a team and being punctual.
• Full UK driving licence and able to drive manual fleet.

• Right to Work in the UK - Visa Sponsorship is not available
• A basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check will be required for the successful candidate as part of the pre-employment process - Criminal Conviction Checks

Benefits

• Salary of £32,160 per year
• Social Housing Pension Scheme with up-to 10% employer contribution
• 28 days annual leave that increases with service plus bank holidays
• Option to buy and sell annual leave
• Training, development, and qualification opportunities
• Our Hub: our wellbeing and benefits site, with exclusive access to discounts and savings (at over 800 retailers)
• Corporate health scheme membership
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Local gym membership discounts.
• A team of trained Mental Health First Aiders who are available for colleagues to contact for support

Join Our Team!

We’re looking for great people to join us! At  Incommunities , we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and supported. We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences—because we know that  diverse perspectives make us stronger .

Based in  Bradford , a city known for its rich cultural diversity, we serve  vibrant communities . As a social housing provider, we’re passionate about making a real difference by providing  safe, affordable homes  and  improving lives .

Our recruitment process is designed to  support you every step of the way . If you need any adjustments or assistance, just let us know.

We’re proud to be a  Mindful Employer , committed to mental health and wellbeing. We also hold the ‘Committed’ Menopause Friendly Accreditation , recognising the importance of support in the workplace.

  Apply early! We review applications as they come in and may close the advert before the deadline.

Ready to make an impact?  Come work with us!