Ganger (GR1017)

Griffiths Ltd.; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffiths Ltd. is seeking a Ganger to supervise a gang of operatives on civil engineering projects in the UK. You will lead by example, ensuring safe, high-quality delivery and adherence to project specifications and Griffiths' standards.

The role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to read site drawings. CSCS/NPORS cards and relevant supervisory training are preferred to support safe and efficient work.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Ganger or lead operative in construction/civil engineering.
• Strong communication to give clear instructions.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in construction.
• Ability to read site drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a gang of operatives, ensuring safe, timely delivery of site activities.
• Maintain health, safety and compliance with RAMS and procedures.
• Coordinate on-site operations, materials, and equipment with the Supervisor.
• Support planning and daily/weekly work with clear communication.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Health and safety knowledge

Reading site drawings

Tools

CSCS/NPORS card

Job description

The Ganger is responsible for supervising a team ("gang") of operatives to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of construction and civil engineering works. The role provides hand-on leadership, ensuring that work is carried out in accordance with project specifications, programmes, health and safety legislation, and Griffiths' standards.

At Griffiths, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion through our recruitment process. We believe that a diverse workforce brings a wealth of perspectives, ideas, and experiences that strengthen our organisation and enhance the quality of our work. We welcome applications from everyone and can provide reasonable adjustments and tailored support for candidates who require this, including Armed Forces Veterans, Reservists and Care Leavers.

Principal Accountability

A Ganger is accountable for, but not limited to, the following within each project(s):

• Supervising and coordinating a team of operatives to ensure safe and timely delivery of site activities.
• Ensuring all work follows health and safety procedures, RAMS, and legislative requirements.
• Communicating daily plans, instructions, and expectations to the gang.
• Monitoring progress against programme and reporting issues, delays, or risks to the Supervisor.
• Liaising professionally with clients, stakeholders, and the public when required.

Detailed Responsibilities

A Ganger is responsible for, but not limited to, the following for project (s):

• Leadership and Supervision: Allocating tasks to operatives and ensuring that they understand the work requirements. Leading by example using safe working practices and quality delivery whilst providing guidance, on-the-job training, and support to other team members. Conducting daily briefings, including toolbox talks and safe start discussions.
• Health, Safety and Compliance: Ensure that the gang works in full compliance with site safety rules, RAMS, and environmental requirements and carrying out pre-task checks to ensure that operatives have the correct competency, equipment, and PPE. Identifying and reporting dangerous situations/hazards, unsafe behaviours, and near misses. Maintaining a tidy, organised, and safe work area, including safe storage of materials and tools. Supporting accident and incident reporting when required.
• Operational Duties: Coordinate and participate in site activities including earthworks, groundwork, drainage, pipe laying, concreting, kerbing, paving, ducting, and other civil engineering tasks. Ensuring that all works are completed to a high standard, in line with drawings and specifications. Communicate material, equipment, and resource requirements to the Supervisor.
• Planning and Coordination: Assisting the Supervisor with short-term planning of daily and weekly works. Check the availability of materials, equipment, and plant before works commence and coordinate deliveries to ensure smooth workflow and minimise downtime. Report the progress, emerging risks, delays, or constraints affecting the programme.

Required experience, knowledge, qualifications, and training

• Proven experience as a Ganger, Lead Operative, or similar supervisory role in Construction/Civil Engineering
• Strong communication skills with the ability to give clear instructions
• Excellent understanding of construction health and safety regulations
• Ability to read and interpret site drawings, instructions, and specifications
• Holds a valid CSCS card/NPORS card with a CSCS logo (required)

Desirable experience, qualifications, and training

• CPCS/NPORS tickets
• SSSTS or equivalent supervisor-level safety training
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Any additional construction-related training or certification that is relevant to civil engineering activities
• Supervisory experience of a gang within a construction environment

*Any other experience will also be taken into consideration