Groundworks General Foreman in Bath at Jn Bentley in Bath, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

Requirements

it skills

cscs

smsts

budgeting

driving licence

risk statements

Confident IT Skills
Knowledge of Permits to work
Experience creating risk and method statements
Current CSCS, CPCS or NPORS
SSSTS / SMSTS
A positive attitude towards work, along with the ability to maintain high standards of health and safety
Experience budgeting and forecasting
Full UK Driving Licence
Experience conducting daily briefings, site inductions, method statement rollout and progress meetings
Experience managing gangs working on civils projects within water industry, such as civils works on water treatment sites or reservoirs

Benefits

In house career development programmes and progression within the company
Occupational Health and Flu Jabs
Van driver supplement
Good Maternity / Paternity Pay packages
Westfield Health (cash health plan)
Uplift and Subsistence pay
30 days holiday (incl. Bank holidays)
Company matching and Payroll giving
Employee Referral Scheme
Pension Scheme
National Water Hygiene card
Competitive rates of pay
Cycle to Work schemes and Specsavers Vouchers
3 day First Aid
Mileage paid on travel
Top quality training

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

In the mid‑1970s it expanded into general building, then turned to pipelines and pumping stations in the 1980s.
By the 1990s its civil‑engineering focus deepened, culminating in the 1999 launch of a major JV partnership.
Typical projects span water infrastructure, hydroelectric power, industrial buildings, highways and coastal works.
Clients include major water companies, Environment Agency, Canal & River Trust, Rolls‑Royce, P&G and Associated British Ports.
The 2013 merger with JBA Consulting formed a new entity offering integrated low‑carbon environmental solutions.

Culture + Values

We are committed to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our people.
We value continuous improvement, fostering innovation, and embracing new technologies.
We take pride in delivering quality and excellence in everything we do.
We work collaboratively with our customers and stakeholders to achieve mutual success.
We are dedicated to creating a culture of respect, trust, and integrity.

Environment + Sustainability

Sustainability is integrated into project delivery processes.
Reduces energy consumption, waste, and resource usage.
Supports projects that protect and enhance the environment.
Monitors and reports on environmental performance.

Inclusion & Diversity

Strives to create a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Supports a range of initiatives to improve gender balance.
Focuses on increasing the number of women in leadership roles.
Has set targets to improve the gender balance across all levels of the business.
Actively works to ensure equal opportunities for all employees.

Articles

Association of Drainage Authorities – JN Bentley Ltd contact

Water Projects Online – JN Bentley Ltd profile

Gradcracker – JN Bentley ‘About Us’ (careers info)

Groundworks General Foreman in Bath

Jn Bentley

Groundworks General Foreman in Bath

Jn Bentley

Description

Requirements

it skills

cscs

smsts

budgeting

driving licence

risk statements

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance

Overview

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Description

Requirements

it skills

cscs

smsts

budgeting

driving licence

risk statements

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance

Overview

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

£2 billion projects

Total Projects Delivered

The company has delivered over £2 billion worth of projects across the UK since joining a major group.

£300m turnover

Annual Revenue

Achieved a significant milestone with a ~£300 million turnover in 2022, reflecting strong growth.

100+ excavators

Operational Fleet

Maintains a large fleet of specialized equipment, including over 100 Kubota excavators.

1972 founded

Year Established

Began operations in 1972, marking the start of its long history in civil engineering and construction.

Net-zero by 2050

Carbon Emissions Goal

Achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.