Job Description Location: Louth, Lincolnshire LN11 Pay: £17.50–£19.50 per hour, depending on experience Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00–17:00 Contract: Permanent Start Date: ASAP n CDS Labour are recruiting an experienced Civils Groundworks Ganger / Foreman to supervise and coordinate a groundworks team on civil engineering and construction projects in the Louth area. n This is a hands-on supervisory position offering an excellent opportunity to secure stable, permanent employment. The Role n You will lead a team of groundworkers, labourers and plant operators, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required specification. n Key responsibilities include: n n Supervising and coordinating daily groundworks activities n Allocating duties and explaining drawings, specifications and work instructions n Monitoring productivity, quality and progress n Liaising with Site Managers, Engineers and subcontractors n Overseeing excavation, trenching and earthworks n Supervising foul, storm and surface-water drainage installations n Overseeing ducting, service trenches and utility infrastructure n Supervising the construction of manholes, inspection chambers and catch pits n Coordinating kerbing, paving, foundations, concrete bases and slabs n Checking measurements, levels, gradients, lines and alignment n Monitoring backfilling, compaction and reinstatement work n Coordinating plant, labour, materials and site deliveries n Completing daily progress records, check sheets and other site paperwork n Identifying delays, quality issues and resource requirements n Maintaining excellent site housekeeping and environmental standards n Health and Safety n You will be responsible for maintaining safe working practices within the gang, including: n n Delivering and participating in daily briefings and toolbox talks n Ensuring RAMS are understood and followed n Monitoring excavation and trench safety n Maintaining safe exclusion zones around plant and excavations n Ensuring PPE is worn correctly n Reporting hazards, incidents, near misses and unsafe practices n Stopping work where an immediate safety risk is identified n Supporting site inspections and safety audits n Ensuring tools, plant and equipment are operated safely n Requirements n The successful candidate must have: n n Previous experience as a Civils or Groundworks Ganger, Foreman or Groundworks Chargehand n Strong knowledge of civil engineering and groundworks operations n Experience supervising groundworkers, labourers and plant operators n Good knowledge of excavation, drainage and utility works n The ability to read and understand construction drawings n Strong health and safety awareness n A good understanding of RAMS and site procedures n Experience working around heavy plant and excavation operations n The ability to organise, motivate and lead a team n Good communication and organisational skills n The ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines n Relevant CSCS, CPCS or NPORS qualifications appropriate to the role n Good spoken and written English n n Experience assisting with setting out and checking levels would be advantageous. PPE Required n n Safety boots n High-visibility vest n Safety goggles n What’s on Offer? n n £17.50–£19.50 per hour, depending on experience n Monday-to-Friday working n Regular daytime hours n Full-time employment n Temporary-to-permanent opportunity after 14 weeks n Immediate start available n On-site induction n Long-term career opportunity n n If you are an experienced Civils Groundworks Ganger or Foreman with strong leadership skills and a commitment to safe, high-quality work, apply today with your up-to-date CV. n n JBRP1_UKTJ
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