Location: RAF Lakenheath, Suffolk, IP27
Rate: £21.50 per hour
Start Date: 12/10/2026
Duration: Up to 2 years
Hours: 06:30 – 16:30
We are currently recruiting for 2 experienced Drainage Groundworkers to join a long-term project based at RAF Lakenheath.
The project is expected to run for up to 2 years and we are looking for experienced groundworkers who have a strong background in drainage and can carry out works to an adoptable road standard.
Duties will include:
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Deep drainage
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Storm and foul drainage
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Concrete and plastic pipe installation
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Pipe laying, bedding and surround
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Manholes and inspection chambers
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Catch pits and gullies
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Drainage connections
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Setting levels and falls
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Backfilling and reinstatement
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Kerbing and associated road drainage
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Working around existing services
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General groundworks associated with drainage and road construction
Requirements:
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CSCS Skilled Worker card or equivalent
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Dumper ticket
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Proven drainage/groundworks experience
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Previous experience working to adoptable road standards
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Own basic hand tools
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Able to provide references from previous drainage projects
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Additional relevant groundworks tickets are beneficial
RAF Base Requirements:
Due to the security requirements associated with working on an RAF base, applicants must:
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Hold a British passport
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Meet the required site security and criminal record vetting criteria
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Be willing to undertake drug and alcohol testing
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Meet all RAF/client site-access requirements
Weekend work is not currently available, although overtime may occasionally be offered during the week.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced drainage groundworkers looking for long-term, consistent work on a project running for up to 2 years.
To apply, submit your CV through CV-Library or call/text (phone number removed)
Salary description
£21.00 - £22.00 per hour