Salary by Role

Groundworker Salary UK 2026

Average groundworker salary is £28,000–£40,000. CPCS plant licence holders earn significantly more.

2026-06-22  ·  5 min read
£32,000
Median Salary
£22k–£50k+
Typical Range
£20,000–£26,000
Entry Level
£38,000–£50,000
Senior Level

Salary by Experience

LevelTypical Salary
Labourer£20,000–£26,000
Groundworker (CSCS)£26,000–£34,000
Plant Operator (CPCS)£36,000–£50,000
Working Foreman£40,000–£55,000

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Frequently Asked Questions

An experienced groundworker earns approximately £30,000–£40,000. CPCS plant operators earn towards the higher end.

Source: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2024; industry salary surveys 2025