Ganger

GANGER – Solihull / CV7 7BP – FULLTIME – BBV A chance to work on one of the largest infrastructure projects in the UK, spanning over the next 5–7 years (HS2). Reliable Contractors are recruiting for an experienced…

Pay rate £21.29/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 23 October 2026

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GANGER – Solihull / CV7 7BP – FULLTIME – BBV A chance to work on one of the largest infrastructure projects in the UK, spanning over the next 5–7 years (HS2). Reliable Contractors are recruiting for an experienced Ganger to join the BBV HS2 project. Long-term work is available for the right candidate with the correct cards, tickets and experience, offering stable employment and regular income for the foreseeable future. Assignment Details Employment Type: Full-time Payment Basis: PAYE Paid Holidays: 31 days per year (including bank holidays) Start Date: As soon as possible following successful vetting checks, medical and on-site induction Assignment Duration: Ongoing / until further notice Location: CV7 7BP Must Have

Minimum Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card.
Valid EUSR qualification relevant to the role.
Valid SSSTS or SMSTS qualification.
Previous experience working as a Ganger on civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
Good understanding of site health and safety procedures.
Ability to coordinate and support site operatives.
Strong communication, organisational and leadership skills.
Reliable and proactive attitude towards work. Role and Responsibilities
Supervise and coordinate gangs of operatives to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.
Allocate daily tasks and monitor progress against site requirements.
Ensure operatives follow drawings, instructions and site specifications.
Coordinate with site management, supervisors and other trades.
Monitor work quality and productivity.
Promote safe working practices and ensure site rules are followed.
Report progress, issues and hazards to site management.
Attend briefings and follow project health and safety procedures. Shifts Working days: Monday to Friday. Start time: 7:00am–7:30am. Finish time: 5:00pm–5:30pm. Overtime Monday to Friday: Time and a third after 10 hours. Nights: Time and a third. Saturdays and Sundays: Time and a half. All night hours: Time and a half. Health and Safety Risks The successful candidate will be expected to promote and maintain a safe working environment, ensuring site rules, procedures and relevant health and safety requirements are followed. Key risks associated with the role include:
Moving plant and vehicles: Ensure safe segregation and compliance with site traffic management procedures.
Live site operations: Maintain communication and ensure operatives follow safe systems of work.
Manual handling and groundworks: Ensure tasks are planned and carried out safely.
Slips, trips and falls: Maintain safe access routes and tidy working areas.
Site supervision: Identify hazards, report unsafe conditions and ensure appropriate controls are followed. All site-specific risks and control measures must be confirmed through the project RAMS, risk assessments and site induction. What We Offer
Pension provision.
A safe working environment.
Secure, regular income.
Lodge/digs allowance of £53.69 per day worked, subject to eligibility and supporting evidence. Eligibility generally requires living more than 50 miles from site, with proof of home address and accommodation arrangements. If you want to work for a main contractor that cares about its tradespeople, this is your opportunity to apply and join the project. Reliable Contractors Limited is passionate about Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, continuously working towards best practice and adhering to government legislation. We are firm believers in Fairness, Inclusion and Respect

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