Ganger

Cappagh Browne; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medicash

Employee Assistance Program

Volunteering days

Gym membership discounts

High street discounts

Development opportunities

Job summary

Cappagh Browne Utilities Ltd is seeking a proactive Ganger to lead a small civils team delivering essential drainage work across Sussex. You will supervise daily site activities, carry out excavations, manhole rebuilds, repairs and installations, and ensure tasks are completed safely and to a high standard.

The role involves daily risk assessments, coordinating site operations, managing plant and materials requests, keeping accurate records, and ensuring vehicles and equipment are used safely.

Qualifications

• Groundworks or utilities experience in civils environment
• Familiarity with industry tools, plant and machinery
• Understanding of health & safety and safe site practices

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily risk assessments and coordinate site operations
• Oversee plant and materials requests and ensure proper usage of vehicles and equipment
• Maintain accurate records of works and inspections
• Lead a small team with hands-on supervision on excavations, manhole rebuilds, repairs and installations
• Ensure safety standards and high-quality workmanship on site

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Independent work

Tools

Plant & machinery

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your civils career? We’re looking for a proactive and safety‑focused Ganger to lead a small team delivering essential civils work across the drainage network. In this role, you will take ownership of daily site activities carrying out excavations, manhole rebuilds, repairs, and installations, while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. You will be responsible for conducting daily risk assessments, coordinating site operations, overseeing plant and materials requests, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring vehicles and equipment are used correctly and safely. This is a hands‑on leadership role where no two days are the same and where your skills will make a real impact.

You will be working all over Sussex.

About CBUL

Cappagh Browne Utilities Ltd is a special purpose joint venture established to deliver wastewater network maintenance and repair services for Southern Water across the South of England. We focus on keeping sewer networks operating efficiently through planned maintenance, emergency response and rehabilitation works. Our capability is underpinned by a substantial fleet of specialist vehicles including vacuum tankers, jetting units and CCTV survey equipment, supported by advanced technology for rapid diagnostics and effective solutions. With a reputation for safety, reliability and technical expertise, Cappagh Browne plays a critical role in protecting communities and maintaining essential infrastructure.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who brings both technical ability and strong leadership qualities. The ideal candidate will have:

Experience & Knowledge

• Groundworks or utilities experience in a civils environment
• Familiarity with industry tools, plant and machinery
• Understanding of health & safety and safe site practices

Skills & Behaviours

• Strong communication and team‑leadership abilities
• Ability to follow instructions and make sound, safe decisions on site
• Reliable, self‑motivated, and able to work independently
• Physically capable of undertaking manual tasks

Qualifications

• Full clean driving licence
• NRSWA (Streetworks)
• Cat & Genny training

If you’re committed, safety‑conscious, and ready to grow your career with a supportive and forward‑thinking team, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note that we drug and alcohol test all new starters as part of their induction.

Benefits include Medicash, Employee Assistance Program, volunteering days, discounted gym membership, high street discounts and continuous development opportunities.