Groundworker in London, Stratford

Axis Europe, part of Axis CLC, is a trusted property services specialist with 55 years’ experience, employing over 1,500 people and supporting 250 clients across the UK. We deliver repairs, planned maintenance, refurbishment, compliance and fire safety, combining local, responsive teams with the scale and stability of a national group. This role supports our long-term partnership with Notting Hill Genesis (NHG), one of London’s largest housing providers. We deliver reactive, planned and disrepair works across thousands of homes, keeping properties safe, comfortable and well-maintained, using modern digital systems to keep work flowing smoothly.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary
• Company van and fuel card for work purposes
• 23 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Up to £2,000 colleague referral fee
• Long-service awards at key milestones
• Perkbox – discounts on coffee, cinema, travel and wellbeing
• 1 paid volunteer day each year
• Ongoing training, support and progression, Axis promotes from within

The Role

We’re looking for an experienced and reliable Groundworker to join our NHG contract team. You’ll carry out a wide range of external repairs and groundworks, including brickwork, paving, drainage, and reinstatement, ensuring high-quality results that meet client expectations and resident needs. This is a hands-on, customer-facing role where you’ll be responsible for delivering efficient, safe, and professional repairs across occupied and void properties.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day groundworks and brickwork repairs, reinstatement and renewals.
• Undertake tasks such as paving, concrete works, minor drainage repairs, fencing, and path reinstatement.
• Deliver high-quality workmanship, ensuring all works are completed on time and to specification.
• Conduct risk assessments and comply with all Health & Safety requirements.
• Record work accurately via the Axis mobile app and submit all required documentation.
• Collaborate with supervisors, planners and admin teams to ensure smooth and efficient service delivery.
• Maintain tools, equipment and company vehicles in good condition.
• Support apprentices and uphold Axis’s high standard of customer service.
• Work across occupied residential properties and be available to participate in out-of-hours support or emergency callout rota when required.

About You

You’re a practical, dependable tradesperson with strong groundworks and bricklaying experience. You take pride in your work, pay attention to detail, and are committed to delivering a safe, high-quality service to residents and clients.

Requirements

• Proven experience in bricklaying and groundworks within social housing or maintenance environments
• Valid CSCS card
• Health & Safety training (Manual Handling, Asbestos Awareness, Working at Heights, etc.)
• Ability to read and follow job instructions accurately
• Full UK driving licence and well-maintained tool kit
• Excellent time management and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness

Our Commitment

Many faces, One Axis. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion across all teams and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Adjustments will be made where needed.

Apply Now

If you’re a Ground Worker who takes pride in quality workmanship and values making a real impact in residents’ homes, we’d love to hear from you.