Temporary Groundworker / Site Operative

    Application Form

    Please ensure that you complete every field within the application form. This application will be kept in confidence. No applicant will be unfairly discriminated against, including on account of age, cultural, religious or political beliefs, disability, ethnicity, gender, race, relationship status, sexual orientation, and / or Trade Union membership or stewardship.

    If you have any special requirements to support you to complete this form (e.g. the need for large print or additional time), please contact our team.

    Step 1 of 7

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    Right to Work & Cards / Tickets



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    Equality Act 2010

    For the purposes of this application and interview stage only, is there anything you would like us to be aware of so that we can make reasonable adjustments during the process?


    Civil Engineering Skills & Experience




    Education

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    Training Courses (evidence may be required)

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    Employment History

    Please record your employment history starting with your current or most recent role. Any gaps should be explained in Step 6.


    Upload Your CV

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    Key Civil Engineering Experience (Optional)


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    Gaps & References

    Explanation of Gaps

    Use this section to detail any gaps in employment.


    Professional References (2)

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    Additional comments (if required)


    Declarations & Consent

    Safeguarding / Ex-Offenders Declaration




    Privacy Statement

    We will only collect data for specified explicit and legitimate use in relation to the recruitment process. By submitting this application form, you consent to us holding the information contained within this application form.


    Declaration

    The information in this application form is true and complete. I agree that any deliberate omission, falsification, or misrepresentation will be grounds for rejecting or subsequent dismissal if employed.





    Join Our Team

    Temporary Groundworker / Site Operative

    Role Description

    We are seeking reliable and hardworking Temporary Groundworkers / Site Operatives to support ongoing and upcoming projects. Working as part of an experienced site team, you will assist in delivering high-quality civil engineering and groundworks projects safely, efficiently and to programme.

    Role Responsibilities

    • Assisting with groundworks, drainage, concreting and excavation
    • Operating small plant and tools where competent
    • Supporting site supervisors and skilled operatives
    • Maintaining a safe, tidy and organised working area
    • Adhering to all health, safety and environmental requirements

    Role Requirements

    • Previous experience in groundworks or construction (preferred)
    • Valid CSCS card (essential)
    • Ability to work well as part of a team
    • Strong work ethic and reliability
    • Full UK driving licence (advantageous but not essential)

    Benefits

    • Competitive rates of pay
    • Ongoing temporary work for the right candidates
    • Opportunity to work on varied and interesting projects
    • Supportive site teams and professional working environment

    Privacy Policy

    This privacy policy sets out how Kiernan Construction uses and protects any information that you give Kiernan Construction when you use this website.

    Kiernan Construction is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Should we ask you to provide certain information by which you can be identified when using this website, then you can be assured that it will only be used in accordance with this privacy statement.

    Kiernan Construction may change this policy from time to time by updating this page. You should check this page from time to time to ensure that you are happy with any changes. This policy is effective from 20/08/2025.

    What we collect

    We may collect the following information:

    • Name and job title
    • Contact information including email address
    • Demographic information such as postcode, preferences and interests
    • Other information relevant to customer surveys and/or offers

    What do we do with the information we gather?

    We require this information to understand your needs and provide you with a better service, in particular for the following reasons:

    • Internal record keeping.
    • We may use the information to improve our products and services.
    • We may periodically send promotional emails about new products, special offers or other information which we think you may find interesting using the email address you have provided.
    • From time to time, we may also use your information to contact you for market research purposes. We may contact you by email, phone, fax or mail. We may use the information to customise the website according to your interests.

    Security

    We are committed to ensuring that your information is secure. To prevent unauthorised access or disclosure, we have put in place suitable physical, electronic and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information we collect online.

    How we use cookies

    A cookie is a small file which asks permission to be placed on your computer’s hard drive. Once you agree, the file is added and the cookie helps analyse web traffic or lets you know when you visit a particular site. Cookies allow web applications to respond to you as an individual. The web application can tailor its operations to your needs, likes and dislikes by gathering and remembering information about your preferences.

    We use traffic log cookies to identify which pages are being used. This helps us analyse data about web page traffic and improve our website to tailor it to customer needs. We only use this information for statistical analysis purposes and then the data is removed from the system.

    Overall, cookies help us provide you with a better website, by enabling us to monitor which pages you find useful and which you do not. A cookie in no way gives us access to your computer or any information about you, other than the data you choose to share with us.

    You can choose to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser setting to decline cookies if you prefer. This may prevent you from taking full advantage of the website.

    Links to other websites

    Our website may contain links to other websites of interest. However, once you have used these links to leave our site, you should note that we do not have any control over that other website. Therefore, we cannot be responsible for the protection and privacy of any information which you provide whilst visiting such sites and such sites are not governed by this privacy statement. You should exercise caution and look at the privacy statement applicable to the website in question.

    Controlling your personal information

    You may choose to restrict the collection or use of your personal information in the following ways:

    • Whenever you are asked to fill in a form on the website, look for the box that you can click to indicate that you do not want the information to be used by anybody for direct marketing purposes
    • If you have previously agreed to us using your personal information for direct marketing purposes, you may change your mind at any time by writing to or emailing us at mail@kiernan.co.uk

    We will not sell, distribute or lease your personal information to third parties unless we have your permission or are required by law to do so. We may use your personal information to send you promotional information about third parties which we think you may find interesting if you tell us that you wish this to happen.

    You may request details of personal information which we hold about you under the Data Protection Act 1998. A small fee will be payable. If you would like a copy of the information held on you please write to Kiernan Construction Limited, Rowan House, Rough Hey Industrial Estate, Rough Hey Road, Ribbleton, Preston, PR2 5AR.

    If you believe that any information we are holding on you is incorrect or incomplete, please write to or email us as soon as possible at the above address. We will promptly correct any information found to be incorrect.

    Copyright Policy

    This website and its content are protected by copyright laws. All rights reserved.

    The content of this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, images, logos, and software, is the property of Kiernan Construction or its content suppliers and is protected by the United Kingdom and international copyright laws.

    You may not reproduce, distribute, publish, display, modify, create derivative works from, or exploit in any way the content of this website without the prior written consent of Kiernan Construction.

    You may download, print, and store limited copies of the content of this website for your personal, non-commercial use, provided that you do not alter or remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices.

    Any unauthorized use of the content of this website may violate copyright laws, trademark laws, and other laws. Kiernan Construction reserves the right to take legal action against any unauthorised use of the content of this website.

    Cookie Policy

    This website, Kiernan Construction, uses cookies to improve your browsing experience and to help us understand how users interact with our site. This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use cookies, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

    What are cookies?

    Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site.

     How we use cookies

    We use cookies for a variety of purposes, including:

    • To remember your preferences and settings
    • To understand how you use our site and to improve your experience
    • To show you relevant content and advertising
    • To analyse traffic and usage patterns

    Cookies that we use

    We use the following types of cookies on our website:

    • Strictly necessary cookies: These are essential for the proper functioning of our website and cannot be disabled.
    • Functionality cookies: These enable us to remember your preferences and settings, and to provide enhanced, personalized features.
    • Performance cookies: These collect information about how you use our website, such as which pages you visit, and help us to improve the performance of our site.
    • Advertising cookies: These are used to show you relevant content and advertising based on your browsing history and interests.

     Managing your cookie preferences

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    Terms of Use

    This website is operated by Kiernan Construction (the “Website”). By using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (the “Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website.

    1. Use of the Website

    The Website is intended for your personal, non-commercial use. You may not use the Website for any illegal or unauthorized purpose. You may not use the Website in a way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Website or interfere with any other party’s use of the Website.

    1. Intellectual Property

    The content of the Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, images, logos, and software, is the property of Kiernan Construction or its content suppliers and is protected by the United Kingdom and international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, publish, display, modify, create derivative works from, or exploit in any way the content of the Website without the prior written consent of Kiernan Construction.

    1. Disclaimer of Warranties

    The Website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. Kiernan Construction makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, as to the operation of the Website or the information, content, materials, or products included on the Website. Kiernan Construction will not be liable for any damages of any kind arising from the use of the Website, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, and consequential damages.

    1. Limitation of Liability

    Kiernan Construction will not be liable for any damages of any kind arising from the use of the Website, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, and consequential damages.

    1. Changes to the Terms

    Kiernan Construction reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time without notice. Your continued use of the Website after any such modification constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms.

    1. Governing Law

    These Terms and your use of the Website will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law.

    Disclaimer

    This website (the “Website”) is provided by Kiernan Construction on an “as is” and “as available” basis. Kiernan Construction makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, as to the operation of the Website or the information, content, materials, or products included on the Website.

    Kiernan Construction will not be liable for any errors or omissions in the content of the Website, or for any actions taken in reliance on the information provided on the Website. Kiernan Construction will not be liable for any damages of any kind arising from the use of the Website, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, and consequential damages.

    Kiernan construction does not warrant that the Website will be available at all times or that the Website or any content will be error-free. Kiernan Construction reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Website or any content at any time without notice.

    The content of the Website is provided for general information purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice. You should always seek the advice of a qualified professional before making any decisions based on the information contained on the Website.

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    This website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience and to help us understand how users interact with our site. By continuing to use this website, you consent to the use of cookies. You can find out more about the cookies we use and how to manage them in our Privacy Policy & Cookie Policy.