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