Ganymede has worked closely with clients on some of the most impressive commercial and residential construction projects throughout the UK, hiring for every stage of the process from design to build and completion.
Understanding the key deliverables of a construction project, our efficient recruitment processes are designed to be timely without compromising on quality. We can set the foundations with our clients, designing a full strategic recruitment plan before work begins, or we can provide flexible solutions mid-project to meet tight deadlines.
construction RECRUITMENT
We recruit for a wide range of jobs across construction, including commercial, engineering and trades and labour.
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Latest Jobs In Construction
Mechanical & Electrical Site Manager / M&E Site Manager
£50000 - 54000 per year Car allowance or Company Car, Private Healthcare, Pension
West Sussex
M&E Site Manager Salary: £54,000 per annum plus car allowance or company car. (Negotiable depending on experience) 28 days holiday plus bank holidays and a competitive pension scheme Location – West Sussex project work across Southern Water If you’re an M&E Site Manager with an extensive track record within the water or other heavy industry looking for a permanent position with one of the UK’s most successful tier one contractors, then this may be the one for you! Company: Within this role you can expect to be working with a company who are passionate about providing various infrastructure projects across the UK which will help to make a real difference in peoples lives. Role Description: As M&E Site Manager you will be key in ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of various water treatment projects across Southern Water. You will co-ordinate and control initial site set-up, M&E site activities. You will recognise that health & safety considerations are central to all tasks and will champion a safe working environment for all. What’s in it for you? Within this role you will be offered the chance to work on some of the UK’s most exciting construction projects across Hampshire and Sussex. Along with future career progression opportunities. Required Experience: As the Successful M&E Site Manager, you will have experience within the potable/wastewater industry. You will have either a mechanical or electrical background. How to Apply If you’re interested in this M&E Site Manager position, press “APPLY” or send your CV to katie.townend@ganymedesolutions.co.uk or call Katie on 07769976987 Ganymede Solutions specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website. By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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General Handyperson
£13 - 15 per hour
Bristol
General Handyperson Temp to Perm Opportunity Bristol based £13 - £15 per hour + overtime for Nights & Weekends Our client requires an individual who has a general build background to carry out maintenance and repairs on station buildings. This may include supervising sub-contractors, checking site paperwork, fixing/mending toilets, door handles, tactile, drains, guttering, roofing as well as painting, filling and plastering etc. You will be expected to work a mixture of days, nights and weekends, minimum of 40 hours per week. If you have the experience required, live locally, have a clean UK driving license and you are available to start on a week’s notice please call 07787 289 264 or email your details to colin.earp@ganymedesolutions.co.uk Ganymede Solutions specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website. By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Administrator
£10 - 12 per hour
Brampton
Administrator Duration – 3 months contract Location - Brampton Rate - £10-12 per hour PAYE plus Holiday pay 37 hours per week with some flexibility to work from home Administrator Role As Administrator you will be responsible for booking hotels, ordering equipment, creating orders, updating spreadsheets, updating database, compiling reports, filing, copying, printing and other general office administration. Our client is looking for someone with previous administration experience, however the successful Administrator will be willing to learn and get to grips with internal IT systems. Administrator Requirements - Previous admin experience - IT literate If you’re interested in this Administrator position, press “APPLY” or send your CV to william.heath@ganymedesolutions.co.uk or call Will on 07773034739. Ganymede Solutions specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website. By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Project Estimator / Planner Programmer
€7500 - 8000 per month
Suffolk
Project Programmer / Project Estimator/Coordinator: We are pleased to be currently recruiting to join our team of engineering and construction management specialists at RAF Lakenheath, to work on this exciting contract supporting the 48th Civil Engineer Squadron/Engineering Flight! RAF Lakenheath is the largest US Air Force-operated base in England and the only US Air Force in Europe (USAFE) to have the F-15 fighter wing. Job Description: Provide support for Programming and Execution including infrastructure and installation planning and programming activities. Planning activities may include, but are not limited to those activities necessary to assess and manage environmental implications and conditions of installation activities as well as planning associated with the development of real property to include facility siting recommendation Development of programming documents Development of requirements documents Development of rough order parametric cost estimates Development of decision briefs Updates to facility demolition plans and development of the furnishings and fit-out plans to include development of the requirements, specifications and scheduling Liaise with managers and engineers to discuss the progress of the project and address any issues that arise Liaise with external contractors and suppliers to organize the phases of the construction development Keep the client team up to date on progress to present to the client Present information for internal meetings on the project Risk Identification, Mitigation and Problem solving Produce tender plans to support bids Hands on experience in use of Project Planning software, like: MSP, Primavera Analysis of Delay, Variations, Claims and Progress of Project Experience: Three (3) years demonstrable experience in developing and programming projects for the US Visiting Forces (US DoD) Certification in Project Management (PMP, RMP, Prince2, etc) is desirable **ONLY UK RESIDENTS OR PROFESSIONALS WHO HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK** Only apply if you haven't been outside the UK for more than 30 days in the last 5 years. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Project Engineer
£39000 - 45000 per year Car allowance / Car + Benefits
Wigan
Senior Engineer £39-£45k + Benefits + Car or car allowance Wigan The investment by the UK government into the rail network continues to increase and opportunities with our client come with that investment. If you are an experienced Site Engineer looking for a new and exciting opportunity in a thriving organisation with a healthy pipeline of projects and work, that is constantly winning national tenders, then this may be for you! The role As a Senior Engineer/Section Engineer you will be required to manage your own portfolio of projects which could involve leading projects which will run simultaneously. Site paperwork such as WPP’s, ITP’s and method statements must be followed in accordance with design consultancy. You will support the delivery and development elements of the projects utilising planning documentation and keeping up to date with any ongoing site maintenance. You will need to communicate effectively with pre-construction, delivery teams as well as Site Managers. Plans and methodologies of these teams will need to be adhered to and followed with an acute eye for detail. You will also be required to liaise with multiple parties and stakeholders including the following: Sub-contractors, local authorities and any other 3rd parties or potential stake holders. You will need to check all the construction documents are accurate and seek CRE/CEM approvals or from other stakeholders. Deadlines for hand backs on projects must be met, so the ability to work under pressure and multi-tasking is a skill that must be second nature. Commercial awareness will assist in the pre-start and completion of these tasks and projects. Health and Safety must be taken seriously and working alongside Site Managers and collaborating with them to ensure that all requirements are met is important to both client and the stake holders. The company: One of the UK’s largest privately owned Tier 1 contractors in the Rail Industry is experiencing a period of huge growth after being awarded several key contracts in the North West. They also have an excellent pipeline of future projects, and as such they are growing their team. This means there is a superb opportunity to join a national business at an extremely exciting time. They also invest heavily in the future of the business, whether it is on professional qualifications (for example Chartership), state of the art complex machinery. Their objective is to ensure they have the best people and machinery to ensure contracts and deadlines are met to the highest possible standards. Renumeration: Basic salary is subject to experience and is accompanied with generous holiday entitlement. They will also upkeep funding for any relevant required tickets and qualification and a path that can lead to becoming a Project Manager or CRE/CEM. There will be opportunity for future and further career development for the correct candidate as the client is committed to ongoing learning and improvement of their staff to assist with maintaining high standards and winning future bids. You will receive a car or car allowance in the region of £4,000, and a healthy pension contribution from the employer. Overtime is paid at a substantial rate also. A working week will be 40-45 hours a week as standard. About you: A Senior Engineer who can provide technical support is required to overcome challenges and who is innovative will thrive in this environment. A minimum of HND / HNC or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required. You will also require a full and clean UK driving license. Next Steps Interviews are scheduled for the end of September. With this deadline in mind, you need to act fast not to miss this opportunity. This is a great chance to join a growing team, with contracts and projects secured for the long-term future offering job security. Apply using the apply button or send your CV to lee.burrows@ganymedesolutions.co.uk for your chance to make a great career advance! Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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News and Insights
Head of Rail Operations (Scotland) - New Appointment Revealed by Ganymede Solutions.
Further to the recent award of a national Frontline Labour contract by Network Rail to recruitment and workforce management specialist Ganymede Solutions reveal the appointment of new Head of Rail Operations (Scotland), Paul Cook.Paul brings a tremendous range of commercial and strategic experience to the company. He has held an Operations Director role in the Scottish rail industry for the past 16 years. Paul initially joined the railway with Pirelli construction on OHL East Coast mainline and worked on various UK projects including the Channel Tunnel Rail Link. Paul joined Scotweld (now SWGR) in 2005 progressing to Rail Director looking after all UK rail activities across five depots nationally. During this time, he secured national rail contracts for the supply of track, OHL and welding services. Confirming his new appointment, Paul states “I am looking forward to the new challenges ahead in Scotland. I have watched Ganymede over the last few years develop into a leading supplier in the UK rail market and have admired their professional approach. This made my decision to join the company easy and I am excited and keen to assist in making a success of the recently awarded framework contract with Network Rail and further strengthening Ganymede’s presence in Scotland."Paul Crompton, Managing Director welcomes Paul to support the building of a new team in Scotland. “I am delighted Paul has decided to join Ganymede and look forward to working with him. Paul’s knowledge and experience will be instrumental in the development and growth of our rail division in Scotland, and I wish him every success”.
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New Contract - New Opportunities
New Contract - New Opportunities "It's Time To Make Your Move"We are proud to announce that we have been awarded a new 5 year contract with Network Rail, opening up a variety of roles, both regionally and nationally.Contact us today to attend an open day near you - we look forward to working with you! Find out more: National E & P / S & T roles contact us on:recruitment@ganymedesolutions.co.uk | 07787 289264For Kent / Sussex contact: southeast@ganymedesolutions.co.uk | 02392 000173For Scotland contact: scotland@ganymedesolutions.co.uk | 07876 568136
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Two New Leaders Appointed at Ganymede Solutions
Two New Leaders Appointed at Ganymede Solutions to Support and Accelerate Continuing Growth in the Rail Industry.Recruitment and Workforce Management specialist Ganymede appoint two key sector experts to bolster its already established and thriving rail industry team.Following structural changes in early 2020, Ganymede have enjoyed providing clients with enhanced end-to-end solutions incorporating Recruitment, Workforce Management and Digital Solutions. Adding these two key hires enables Ganymede to offer an increasingly diverse range of services to current clients, along with growing capacity to deliver new opportunities.Based in Ganymede’s Derby Head Office, both Dave Carter and Tom Cleverley have exemplary reputations within the rail industry.Dave joins Ganymede as Head of P-Way Technical and Signalling, bringing with him 20 years’ experience within contingent labour and recruitment in the rail industry. His wealth of knowledge of the safe and compliant deployment of resources to the rail infrastructure brings a unique perspective to the experienced team.“I am delighted to be joining a company of Ganymede’s stature and reputation in the industry. My remit is growing the P-Way technical and S&T divisions and I look forward to engaging with existing and new clients in the coming weeks” In his new role in the recruitment division of Ganymede, Tom will be using his five years of experience in Engineering and Project Management recruitment across the UK rail market to help grow Ganymede’s interim / freelance division.Tom states: “Ganymede really do give a true quality recruitment service and after meeting the team and discussing their growth plans and values, I felt they aligned with my own vision and ambition.Whilst the rail industry continues to recover from the significant impact of Covid-19 to journey and passenger numbers, these two key appointments to Ganymede’s rail team reflect Ganymede’s confidence of the critical role the sector will play in the UK’s post Brexit, post Covid-19 drive towards its Net Zero targets.
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Ganymede Launches Office in Paddington, London
Recruitment and Workforce Management specialist Ganymede has announced the official opening of its new offices at 2 Eastbourne Terrace, Paddington, LondonOperations Director, Chris O’Connor explains: “Our London team performance pre-COVID was one of repeat success with year on year growth, so we have all been eager to return to the office environment. Many of our key customers are located in London, so the benefit of being ‘on hand’ is clear.“It was important for us to have a workspace where the London team can collaborate and share ideas and where colleagues from elsewhere can hot desk when in town. We are also excitedly looking ahead at our future order book and it is clear to see that the London team is really set to grow.”Previously based in Kings Cross, the new modern office’s central location allows the Ganymede team to service key clients in the Rail, Highways, Civils, Transportation and EV sectors and is a great location to meet with new clients as we continue to grow during the economic recovery.Lindsay Warren, Client Relationship Manager (EV and Transportation) explains the importance of such a central location: “Being back in Central London gives us real flexibility to attend meetings at short notice pretty much anywhere in the UK and we are obviously within easy reach of all our London clients.“The office is fantastic for meeting clients and candidates alike with plenty of meeting rooms and comfortable spaces as well as a rooftop terrace. Every member of the team is keen to get back to face to face meetings.”To contact the Paddington team and discuss your requirements contact 07788 369 050 or email london@ganymedesolutions.co.ukArticle published on Rail Business Daily, August 2021.
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Ganymede strengthens accreditation portfolio
At Ganymede, our commitment to provide the industry with reliable, safe and quality workforce and recruitment solutions remains our upmost priority. As such we are delighted to share the news that Ganymede has recently strengthened its portfolio of accreditations. Based on the results of the audit and our ability to demonstrate the development and maturity of our management system, Ganymede have achieved continuation of our registration to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, SSIP and successfully transitioned to the new health and safety standard, ISO 45001 (previously OHSAS 18001).Lauren Bradford, Compliance Manager at Ganymede said: “These accreditations demonstrate that we work to the highest standards and provide a framework for our Compliance Team to develop our systems and processes. It allows our clients to be confident that we consistently provide a service that meets both the client and regulatory requirements and shows that we are striving to be the best in our field. I am particularly proud that Ganymede passed the audit process with zero non-conformances”.If you would like to find out how Ganymede can provide your business with reliable, safe and quality workforce and recruitment solutions, please get in touch with us: info@ganymedesolutions.co.uk
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Ganymede Sign Up to Prompt Payment Code (PPC)
We are delighted to announce that Ganymede have signed up to the Prompt Payment Code (PPC).The PPC is a voluntary code of practice for businesses, administered by the Office of the Small Business Commissioner (SBC) on behalf of BEIS. It was established in December 2008 and sets standards for payment practices between organisations of any size and their suppliers.As a signatory Ganymede have undertaken to:1) Pay suppliers on timewithin the terms agreed at the outset of the contractwithout attempting to change payment terms retrospectivelywithout changing practice on length of payment for smaller companies on unreasonable grounds2) Give clear guidance to suppliersproviding suppliers with clear and easily accessible guidance on payment proceduresensuring there is a system for dealing with complaints and disputes which is communicated to suppliersadvising them promptly if there is any reason why an invoice will not be paid to the agreed terms3) Encourage good practiceby requesting that lead suppliers encourage adoption of the code throughout their own supply chainsGet In TouchFor more information about how we can support your business, please get in touch today by filling out the contact form below.
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Our team at Terex found the Ganymede Connect extremely helpful towards filling one of our recent vacant roles. The video software gave us the opportunity to be involved right from the beginning and have increased visibility and control of the shortlisting process. The video screening was not only super-fast and efficient but also made the whole experience a lot more personal and interactive. I would definitely recommend it for any business and candidates who want to make the most out of the process
A Peake
HR Manager
Ganymede Connect makes the recruitment process so much easier. Having candidate interviews available to view remotely means the selection process becomes vastly more efficient. No longer do the Interviewers have to be together in one place, reducing the need to coordinate diaries. Candidate interviews can also be tailored to answer the specific questions relating to the assignment, making the selection process much quicker. Simply put, Ganymede Connect is a game-changer for staff recruitment
D Paris
Head of Engineering Services
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