Build your career with us
We offer a range of opportunities for talented and dedicated individuals who want to make a difference. Whether you’re an apprentice, skilled tradesperson, or experienced professional, we have roles that will help you grow and thrive.
Explore our current vacancies and get in touch to express your interest.
Champion Groundworks is an equal-opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment for our people, our clients and the communities we serve.
We actively promote equality of opportunity for all, with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.
Hybrid Plant Fitter/Machine Control Technician
Devon & Cornwall
Join our busy team of mobile plant fitters across Devon & Cornwall
This exciting new role will provide a hybrid focus, firstly, as a Plant Fitter helping to care for one of the biggest and most modern fleets of groundworks machinery in the region, and additionally as a Machine Control Technician, supporting our growing number of machines utilising Leica MC1 Machine Control systems. This is a key role as part of our dedicated team, who help to ensure the safety of our machines, people and sites through regular maintenance, safety checks and repairs.
Main Responsibilities:
· Support the safe operation and regular maintenance of the Champion Groundworks fleet of machines and equipment across Devon & Cornwall.
· Prepare and assist with the loading and unloading of plant and equipment as needed
· Regular servicing of machines when their set operating hours have been met
· Plant maintenance and repairs as needed
· Ordering replacement parts as needed via our trusted suppliers
· Ensure all paperwork for machine servicing and repairs is completed accurately
· Support a large fleet of Leica MC1 machine control systems fitted to D6 dozers and excavators ranging from 13 tonne to 38 tonne.
· Troubleshoot system faults and carry out replacements to cables and sensors as needed for Leica-fitted machines
· Maintain the accuracy of the Machine Control systems with regular bucket calibrations
· Adherence to Champion Groundworks’ strict safety policies
Person Specification:
· 2 years+ experience as a Plant Fitter required
· A self-motivated individual who is passionate about what they do
· Familiar with working in an environment where strict adherence to working practices, policies, methods & procedures is needed
· Undertake any additional training as needed to support your development within this role
· A proactive approach and positive outlook in terms of new technologies
· Previous experience with the Leica systems would be an advantage but not strictly necessary as full training will be provided
· Due to the nature of this role, occasional work outside of standard working hours may be needed
Your submission has been received!
Site Managers
Devon & Cornwall
Lead and oversee project sites, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality from start to finish.
We're on the hunt for experienced Site Managers to join our ever-growing team across Devon and Cornwall.
Valid CSCS card, CPCS card or NPORS card (with CSCS hologram) along with SMSTS certificate or NPORS Certificate in Construction Site Management is required.
Your submission has been received!
Project Managers
Devon & Cornwall
Experienced Project Managers needed for existing and new projects
We're on the hunt for experienced Project Managers to join our ever-growing team across Devon and Cornwall.
Resgister your details today to find out more
Your submission has been received!
Finishings Foremen
Devon & Cornwall
Experienced Finishings Foremen needed for new and existing projects
We're on the hunt for experienced Finishings Foremen to join our ever-growing team across Devon and Cornwall.
Valid CSCS card, CPCS card or NPORS card (with CSCS hologram) along with SSSTS certificate or NPORS Certificate in Construction Supervising is required.
Register your interest now to find out more and apply.
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Foundation, plot drainage & finishing gangs
Devon & Cornwall
Immediate start available
✔️ Looking for a new challenge?
✔️ Keen to be part of a team where people really matter?
✔️ Want to develop your skills for potential future progression opportunities?
Join the Champion team today and find out for yourself what sets us apart from the rest. We're not just your average groundworks business. We've been putting our team and our clients at the heart of what we do for over 40 years.
We're currently looking for experienced foundation, plot drainage and finishing gangs to work on projects across Devon with an immediate start available.
Valid CSCS card, CPCS card or NPORS card (with CSCS hologram) is required.
Both individuals & gangs are welcome to apply.
Your submission has been received!
Experienced road/foundation gangs
Plymouth & Liskeard
Immediate start available
We're looking for experienced individuals and/or gangs for foundations and roads based in Liskeard or Plymouth.
Immediate start available.
Valid CSCS card, CPCS card or NPORS card (with CSCS hologram) is required.
Your submission has been received!
Experienced Drainage Gangs
Devon & Cornwall
Immediate start available
We're looking for drainage gangs to join the Fred Champion Groundworks team.
Both individuals & gangs are invited to apply.
Valid CSCS card, CPCS card or NPORS card (with CSCS hologram) is required.
Your submission has been received!
Groundworks Apprentices
Mid & West Cornwall
Sign up for our September 2025 Apprenticeship intake
You might be or know a young person struggling to fit into mainstream education or workplaces but eager to learn new skills and make a positive impact. At Champion we believe that everyone deserves a chance to succeed, regardless of their academic or social challenges. If you're willing to work hard and show dedication, we'll provide you with the support and resources you need to thrive.
We offer hands-on training and opportunities for growth, initially through a level 2 NVQ starting September 2025, with work placements available on-site from July onwards.
Get in touch today to find out more about how we can kick-start your career in construction.
Your submission has been received!
Groundworkers
Truro & Further West
Join our expert team handling essential groundwork tasks, including excavation, foundations, and site preparation.
We're on the lookout for Groundworkers to join our team to support on a number of long-term projects!
These projects include, but are not limited to the following areas of Groundworks:
- Roads
- Sewers
- Drainage
- Foundations
- Finishings
Valid CSCS card, CPCS card or NPORS card (with CSCS hologram) is required.
Both individuals & gangs are welcome to apply.
Your submission has been received!
Experienced Finishing Gangs
Plymouth
Specialise in the final stages of construction, ensuring top-quality finishes for all our projects.
We're looking for experienced Finishing Gangs to work on projects in and around the Plymouth area, with an immediate start available.
Valid CSCS card, CPCS card or NPORS card (with CSCS hologram) is required.
Both individuals & gangs are welcome to apply.
Your submission has been received!