Hire Groundworkers in Derby
Derby has a distinctive construction market driven by its aerospace and advanced manufacturing heritage — with strong industrial and commercial campus construction, significant residential growth, and logistics development along the M1 corridor.
Typical pay range: £17–£24 per hour · Card required: CSCS Blue Card (Groundworker NVQ Level 2 minimum) — CPCS for plant operations
24–48hrs
Typical first worker on site
CSCS verified
Every operative checked before placement
40+ cities
Nationwide coverage across the UK
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Pay-as-you-go, weekly payroll handled
Why It's Hard to Find Groundworkers in Derby
Experienced groundworkers with both civils knowledge and plant operation skills are in high demand, particularly on fast-moving residential and infrastructure programmes. Quality groundwork gangs are often committed months ahead.
Derby rates are competitive for the East Midlands — manufacturing and logistics programmes sustain strong demand.
Project types we recruit for in Derby
- Industrial and manufacturing campuses
- Residential developments
- Logistics and warehousing
- Commercial and retail
- Healthcare and education
How Phoenix Gray Supplies Groundworkers
Phoenix Gray has a strong pipeline of experienced groundworkers — both general groundwork operatives and those with plant driving tickets. We match workers to the specific requirements of your programme and verify all cards before placement.
What's included in every placement:
- Right-to-work verification before placement
- CSCS Blue Card (Groundworker NVQ Level 2 minimum) check confirmed
- Reference checking as standard
- Full payroll and timesheet management
- Dedicated account consultant throughout
- Fast response to changes and replacements
Groundworkers operating plant must hold appropriate CPCS or NPORS cards. All groundworkers should carry a minimum CSCS Blue Card.
We supply Groundworkers across Derby and nearby areas
Phoenix Gray covers Derby and the surrounding East Midlands — including the areas below. Not sure if we cover your location? Call us on 01708 693100.
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