Civils Team Ganger​/Lead

Position: Civils Team Ganger / Lead
Location: Haydock

Civils Ganger / Lead

Location:

Haydock with National Travel

Employment type:

Full time, Permanent

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 50 hours per week with overtime opportunities available)

What’s in it for you…

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.??

25 Annual leave plus bank holidays  

Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications  

24/7 access to a virtual GP??and Mental health support & counselling services??

Cycle to Work scheme??

Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more?!?

Life assurance cover??

Long service recognition??

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Paid volunteering opportunities in your community??

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Civils Team Ganger / Lead to join our growing team working on the electrical distribution network. This role involves leading a small civils team responsible for delivering high-quality civils works that support electrical infrastructure projects.

You will take ownership of day-to-day site activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to programme while maintaining high standards of workmanship and compliance.

If you are an experienced civils operative ready to step into a leadership role or an established ganger looking for your next opportunity, we would like to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and supervise a small civils team on electrical network projects

Deliver and oversee civils activities including excavations, reinstatement, duct installation, and foundation works

Ensure all works comply with NRSWA and relevant safety standards

Coordinate site activities and ensure efficient use of labour, plant, and materials

Complete site documentation and ensure compliance with company procedures

Liaise with supervisors, project managers, and network operators as required

Maintain a strong focus on health, safety, and quality

About you….

Proven experience working in civils on electrical or utilities networks

Experience leading or acting as a ganger / team lead

NRSWA qualification (Supervisor or Operative)

Relevant plant operator tickets (e.g., excavator, dumper, etc.)

Strong understanding of street works and reinstatement standards

Ability to organise work activities and lead a small team effectively

Full UK driving licence

Desirable

Experience working on power / electrical infrastructure projects

Utility sector experience (DNO or ICP projects)

Additional plant or safety qualifications

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience

Opportunities for training and career progression

Supportive team environment within a growing business

Ongoing work on key electrical infrastructure projects

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities...

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Next steps...

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info