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Groundworks Foreman

Job details
Posting date: 23 June 2025
Salary: £22 to £25 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 07 July 2025
Location: Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1 1BT
Company: Fawkes & Reece
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: Tunbridge Wells_1750693719

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Summary

Do currently work in Construction? Are you a Groundworks Foreman within the civil engineering space and looking for a new opportunity? If the answers is yes, we have roles opening with a reputable civil engineering company in the Tunbridge Wells area.

  • Role: Groundworks Foreman
  • Location: Tunbridge Wells
  • Contract type: Temporary (Full time)
  • Pay rate: £22-25 an hour
  • Fawkes & Reece contact: Shay Tobin (Brighton Office)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Groundworks Working Foreman to lead a team on various construction sites. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, highly skilled in groundworks, and capable of supervising teams while actively contributing to daily tasks. This role involves ensuring work is carried out safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and lead a team of groundworkers on-site.
  • Read and interpret site drawings, levels, and specifications.
  • Organize daily tasks and allocate duties to ensure productivity and progress.
  • Carry out groundwork activities including but not limited to:
  • Excavations
  • Drainage
  • Concreting
  • Kerbing
  • Slabbing
  • Setting out
Ensure health and safety procedures are followed at all times. Liaise with site managers, engineers, and subcontractors to maintain workflow and quality. Inspect work and provide guidance to ensure compliance with project requirements. Maintain accurate records of progress and site activity. Assist in ordering and checking materials and deliveries.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in groundworks, with at least 2 years in a foreman or supervisory role.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
  • CSCS card (Gold or higher preferred).
  • SSSTS or SMSTS certification.
  • First Aid at Work (preferred).
  • Full UK driving licence (preferred).
  • Experience with plant and machinery operation (tickets advantageous).

Personal Attributes:

  • Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Able to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines.
  • Strong team player with a hands-on approach.

What to do next:

If this role meets your expectations and aspirations, please click the apply now link. If this one is not for you, but you would like to discuss other options or for us to act as an agent to secure you a new contract please do not hesitate to call Shay on 07752467534 for a confidential consultation.

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