Join Trant Engineering and help shape the delivery of complex, high-impact projects.
Trant Engineering is a leading EPC contractor with a strong reputation for delivering innovative engineering solutions across the UK and internationally. With over 1,000 employees and a £150m turnover, we’re growing—and now looking for a Site Supervisor / Working Foreperson to join our project delivery teams.
We are currently delivering upgrades on clean water plants in the West Sussex area and are looking for a proven supervisor to join our team.
The Role
As a Site Supervisor you'll be responsible for the day-to-day management of on-site activities including supervising teams, coordinating resources, and acting as a key interface between site personnel, subcontractors, and management. This is a hands‑on, site‑based working role.
What You’ll Be Doing
Technical Responsibilities - Site Supervision
* Supervise on‑site teams, subcontractors, and operatives to ensure efficient workflow.
* Undertake daily briefs, allocate daily tasks and monitor team performance.
* Ensure staff adhere to company standards, procedures, and site rules.
* Monitor use of materials, plant, and equipment.
* Report shortages, delays, or equipment issues to the Foreman or Project Manager.
* Support subcontractor coordination and verification of work completed.
* Assist in the planning and scheduling of site activities in coordination with Project Managers and Foremen.
* Monitor progress, report delays or issues, and propose corrective actions.
* Ensure all work is carried out to project specifications, drawings, and regulatory standards.
Safety, Health, Environmental & Quality & Compliance
* Implement and enforce health, safety, and environmental policies on site.
* Conduct daily toolbox talks, risk assessments, and site inspections.
* Report incidents, near misses, and hazards promptly and accurately.
* Maintain accurate records of daily site activities, including work progress, inspections, and material usage.
* Support QA/QC processes to ensure compliance with company and client standards.
* Assist with site handovers and defect management.
Stakeholder Communication
* Act as the first point of contact for on‑site queries from operatives and subcontractors.
* Provide regular updates to the Site Manager.
* Liaise with clients, inspectors, or other site visitors when required.
Key Interfaces
Internal Interfaces
* Site Manager / Assistant Site Manager
* Health & Safety / QA-QC Teams
* Engineering / Design Team
External Interfaces
* Subcontractors & Suppliers
* Regulatory Authorities / Local Authorities
Core Values
* Uphold and promote the Company’s Core Values – Care, Trust, Respect and Sustainability.
What We’re Looking For
Essential
* SSSTS (Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme) certification.
* Valid UK CSCS card (or equivalent) for site access and verification of competence.
* Ability to read drawings, plan works and put site operatives to work.
* Understanding of excavation / formation levels.
* Basic Health & Safety awareness relevant to construction sites.
* Proven experience as a Site Supervisor or similar role on construction or engineering projects.
* Hands‑on experience supervising site teams, subcontractors, and operatives.
* Experience ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Desirable
* NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Construction, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
* First Aid at Work certification.
* Experience liaising with clients, consultants, or regulatory authorities.
* Experience with QA/QC processes and project documentation.
Why Join Trant?
* Work on complex, meaningful engineering projects.
* Be part of a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary team.
* Strong pipeline of secured work and career progression opportunities.
* Innovative environment with in‑house design and manufacturing capability.
* Long‑term secured framework work.
* Clear career development opportunities.
* Strong safety and wellbeing culture.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
Our company benefits package includes
* Competitive rates
* Company van and fuel card
* 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* Options to buy additional holiday via salary sacrifice.
* Company Pension Scheme.
* Employee Assistance Program.
* Discretionary annual bonus.
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