Ganger / Working Supervisor (Civils)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Swindon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking a hands-on Ganger/Working Supervisor for water utility projects in Swindon. You will supervise site teams, coordinate deep excavation and pipework installations, and ensure safe systems of work on civil infrastructure schemes.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership with the ability to manage labour, plant and materials while keeping projects running 8am-5pm, Monday to Friday, with overtime opportunities available.

Qualifications

• SSSTS and Banksman/Slinger qualifications are required.
• Background in water, utilities, pipeline or civil engineering projects.
• Ganger/Working Supervisor or similar supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise teams carrying out deep excavation and water infrastructure works.
• Organise labour, plant and materials.
• Coordinate excavator lifting operations, banksmen and safe systems of work.
• Monday - Friday - 8am-5pm - 45 hour week.
• Up to 10 hours overtime per week, paid at time and a half.

Skills

SSSTS

Banksman

Slinger

Leadership

Team supervision

Education

SSSTS certificate

NPORS certificate

Job description

Are you a Ganger or Working Supervisor with hands-on experience working on water, utilities or pipeline projects, looking for a stable role that offers long term progression?

On offer is the opportunity to join an established contractor that has been operating for over 25 years, working on major water and civil engineering projects. The company offers long-term stability, ongoing training, two annual bonuses, overtime, door-to-door pay and opportunities to progress within the business.

In this hands-on supervisory role, you will coordinate the site team and oversee deep excavation and water infrastructure works. You will organise labour, plant and materials, assist with setting out pipework and chambers, and oversee the installation of ductile iron and HDPE pipework, fittings, valves and associated civil works.

This role would suit a Ganger, Working Supervisor or similar with a background in water, utilities or pipeline construction who is comfortable leading a team while remaining hands-on. SSSTS and relevant banksman/slinger qualifications are required.

The Role:

• Supervise teams carrying out deep excavation and water infrastructure works
• Organise labour, plant and materials
• Coordinating excavator lifting operations, banksmen and safe systems of work
• Monday - Friday - 8am-5pm - 45 hour week
• Up to 10 hours overtime per week, paid at time and half

The Person:

• Ganger, Working Supervisor or similar
• Background in water, utilities, pipeline or civil engineering projects

Reference: BBBH27210C
Keywords: Ganger, Working Supervisor, Site Supervisor, Civils, Utilities, Deep Excavation, Water Industry, Groundworks, Civil Engineering, Banksman, Slinger/Signaller, SSSTS, NPORS, Thames Water, Trench Boxes, Pipework, Excavation Support, RAMS, Plant, Lifting Operations, Ductile Iron, HDPE, Pipe Laying, Site Supervision, Working Supervisor, Swindon

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.