Civils Ganger

N G Bailey; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK engineering and services business is seeking a Civils Ganger to support asset replacement works. The role involves excavation, reinstatement, and installation of cabling, ensuring high-quality workmanship and safety. Benefits include a company vehicle and flexible perks.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric)

Pension with up to 8% employer contribution

Up to 25 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years practical experience in utilities.
• Full driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting excavation and reinstatement work on substations.
• Erecting SL&G for public safety.
• Installing LV and 11kV cabling.

Skills

Experience working with utilities

Site safety passport

First Aid certification

CAT and Genny experience

Excavator tickets

Job description

12 May 2025

North West

Permanent

Competitive + Commercial vehicle + Flexible Benefits

Summary

Freedom is currently recruiting for a civils ganger to join a team undertaking asset replacement works supporting the upgrade and replacement of substation equipment. The role focuses on delivering safe, high-quality workmanship and fit-for-purpose networks for our DNO customers, promoting the company positively at all times.

The role is based across the northwest of England

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting excavation and reinstatement work on small secondary substations for plant/equipment replacement
• Erecting SL&G to ensure public safety
• Installing LV and 11kV cabling
• Constructing form work for electrical equipment plinths
• Conducting CAT scanning, pre-vetting, and planning
• Reinstating tar within footpaths and highways
• Maintaining high-quality workmanship to prevent defects
• Promoting best practices and innovative ideas

Candidate requirements:

• Experience working with utilities
• Minimum of 5 years practical experience
• Site safety passport and/or CDM site experience
• First Aid certification
• CAT and Genny experience
• Excavator tickets (desirable)
• Full driving license

Benefits include:

• Company vehicle
• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric)
• Pension with up to 8% employer contribution
• Up to 25 days holiday
• Personal wellbeing and volunteer days
• Private medical insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health support, counselling, legal advice)
• Flexible benefits (dental, gym, bike schemes, travel insurance, etc.)

Next steps:

We are committed to an inclusive, fair, and respectful culture. If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform us. About us: Freedom is part of the NG Bailey Group, a leading UK engineering and services business founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3,000 employees. We focus on developing our people through training and support, working on innovative projects across sectors, and providing clear development paths supported by regular reviews and training.