General Operative Groundworker in Otley at Jn Bentley in Otley, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

Requirements

civils

cscs

health & safety

plant tickets

driving licence

Experience within a wide range of Civil Engineering – particularly general civils work, concreting, excavations, deep drainage and pipe-laying.
CSCS Touchscreen & 1 day Health & Safety Awareness course - Minimum requirement
Ideally holding or working towards your CPCS / NOCN / NPORs Plant Tickets.
Driving Licence essential

Benefits

National Water Hygiene Card
Mileage paid on travel
Pension Scheme
Competitive rates of pay
30 days holiday (incl. Bank holidays)
Uplift and Subsistence pay & Accommodation provided for Working away
Company matching and Payroll giving
Plant tickets for Forward Tipping Dumper & Ride on Roller would be advantageous, but training given if needed.
Good Maternity/ Paternity Pay packages
Confined Spaces City & Guilds
Occupational Health Checks and Flu Jabs
Employee Referral Scheme
Van driver supplement
In house career development programmes and progression within the company
Cycle to Work schemes and Specsavers Vouchers
Westfield Health (Cash Health Plan)

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

£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.

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

Net-zero by 2050

Carbon Emissions Goal

Achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

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)

Company

Overview

£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.

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

Net-zero by 2050

Carbon Emissions Goal

Achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

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)