Site Supervisor : Highways and Heavy Earthworks
Location: Norwich, Norfolk Job Type: Long:Term Freelance Contract Start Date: Immediate Start Rate: Competitive and Dependent on Experience
Are you an experienced Site Supervisor with a specialist background in both highways and heavy earthworks? We have an urgent requirement for a skilled supervisor to join a major highways project in the Norwich area for a long:term freelance role.
This position involves overseeing significant earthworks schemes and requires a hands:on leader who can manage site operations effectively and ensure the highest standards of safety and quality.
Please note: A proven background in BOTH highways projects AND heavy earthworks packages is essential for this role. This is a non:negotiable requirement, and candidates without this dual experience will not be considered.
Key Responsibilities:
* Day:to:day supervision of all on:site activities, with a specific focus on heavy earthworks packages.
* Leading and managing teams of groundworkers and heavy plant operators.
* Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications.
* Conducting site inductions, daily briefings, and toolbox talks.
* Managing plant, machinery, and materials, ensuring they are used correctly and efficiently.
* Maintaining accurate site records, including daily diaries and progress reports.
* Enforcing strict health and safety standards across the site at all times.
Essential Skills and Experience:
* Demonstrable experience as a Site Supervisor on large:scale civil engineering projects.
* Verifiable track record of supervising both highways schemes AND heavy earthworks packages.
* A valid SSSTS (Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme) certificate is mandatory.
* A valid CSCS card (Supervisor level preferred).
* Strong leadership, communication, and man:management skills.
* A thorough understanding of earthmoving techniques, machinery, and relevant quality/safety standards.
* First Aid at Work is highly desirable.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Site Supervisor to secure a long:term contract on a significant local infrastructure project, starting immediately.
or for more information, please contact:
Lewis Weir
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