Lead Groundworker

Lead Groundworker

South East London & Kent

£60,000 per annum + Company Benefits

Are you an experienced Groundworker ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Groundworker to join a growing and well-established business operating across South East London and Kent.

This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone who enjoys leading by example whilst remaining actively involved on site. You will be responsible for overseeing a small team of two Groundworkers and ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard across multiple projects.

What's on Offer?

Salary up to £60,000 per annum
Permanent, long-term position
Opportunity to lead your own team
Varied workload across multiple projects
Supportive and growing business
Company vehicle
Overtime opportunities availableThe Role

As Lead Groundworker, you will:

Lead and supervise a team of two Groundworkers across multiple sites
Carry out hands-on groundworks activities including drainage, foundations, paving, kerbing, concreting, excavation
Coordinate daily site activities and allocate workloads
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and to specification
Conduct site inspections and maintain high-quality standards
Liaise with site managers, subcontractors and clients where required
Ensure all health & safety procedures are followed at all times
Manage materials, plant and equipment efficiently across sitesRequirements

Minimum 10 years experience within groundworks
Previous experience leading or supervising small site teams (Desirable)
Strong understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to read and interpret site drawings
Full UK driving licence
Excellent communication and organisational skills
CSCS Card essential
SSSTS/SMSTS would be advantageousApply Now

If you're an experienced Groundworker looking for a leadership role that combines site supervision with hands-on work, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV for immediate consideration
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed