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Be part of a long-established family business continuing to grow and invest in its people.
Why Gardiners
A Great Place to Work
Career Progression
Clear pathways from operative to management with training support.
Family Culture
A close-knit team where every person is valued and supported.
Competitive Benefits
Industry-leading pay, pension, and wellbeing programmes.
Safety First
Your safety is our priority — fully certified training and PPE provided.
Current Openings
Available Positions
Groundwork Ganger
Gardiners are looking to recruit an experienced Groundwork Ganger to join our growing team delivering civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the Midlands and surrounding counties. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading site teams, coordinating daily activities and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise groundworks teams
- Coordinate daily site activities
- Read and interpret drawings
- Ensure health and safety compliance
- Liaise with management, clients and site teams
- Operate plant and equipment where required
Requirements
- Previous experience in a Ganger role
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to read construction drawings
- CSCS card essential
- Plant tickets advantageous
- Full UK driving licence
Experienced Groundworker
Gardiners are looking for experienced Groundworkers to support our growing portfolio of civil engineering and infrastructure projects. The role involves carrying out a variety of groundworks activities as part of a skilled and professional team.
Key Responsibilities
- Drainage and pipe laying
- Installation of ductwork and chambers
- Concrete works and finishing
- Kerbing and paving
- General civils and groundworks activities
Requirements
- Previous groundworks experience
- CSCS card essential
- Experience in drainage and civils preferred
- Plant tickets advantageous
- Full UK driving licence
Building Maintenance Operative
Gardiners are looking for an experienced Building Maintenance Operative to join our Cheshire Depot in Winsford. The successful candidate will primarily work on Scottish Power substations throughout the North West, carrying out a range of building maintenance and refurbishment works.
Key Responsibilities
- Install aluminium and timber doors and frames
- Install steel security doors
- Carry out carpentry and joinery works
- General building maintenance (internal and external)
- Use and maintain hand and power tools
- Travel to sites across the North West
Requirements
- Proven experience in building maintenance
- Full UK driving licence
- CSCS Green Labourer Card (or above)
- Good organisational skills
- Attention to detail
- Willingness to complete and pass Scottish Power safety assessments before employment
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate (£13.00–£15.00)
- Company pension
- Health & Wellbeing Programme
- 4 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Ongoing training and development
- On-site parking
Grab Driver
Gardiners is looking for an experienced and reliable Grab Driver to join our growing team. Working across a range of civil engineering, infrastructure and utility projects, you will be responsible for safely operating a grab lorry, transporting and collecting materials, and supporting our site teams on a variety of projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate a Grab Lorry in accordance with all legislation and company procedures
- Transport, collect and deliver aggregates, spoil and construction materials
- Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and report defects
- Ensure loads are transported safely and securely
- Support site teams where required
- Maintain a clean and professional vehicle
- Complete all relevant delivery and transport documentation
- Represent Gardiners professionally when working on client sites
Requirements
- Valid HGV Class 2 Licence (minimum)
- Driver CPC Qualification
- Digital Tachograph Card
- Previous Grab Lorry experience preferred
- Good understanding of vehicle safety and compliance
- Construction or civil engineering experience desirable
- Positive attitude with excellent communication skills
- Full UK Driving Licence
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Company pension
- Ongoing training and development
- Long-term career opportunities
- Family-owned business with over 50 years of experience
- Supportive team environment
- Diverse and interesting projects
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