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Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Foreman (Muck Shift – Transportation Infrastructure) to oversee and coordinate bulk earthworks and muck shift operations on a busy Section 278 highways project in Bristol. You will lead site gangs and plant operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and well-coordinated movement of materials in line with programme and engineering requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and supervise site operatives and plant teams involved in muck shift and bulk earthworks operations
* Manage cut and fill activities, ensuring material is moved efficiently to achieve formation levels and design requirements
* Coordinate excavation, haul routes, stockpiling, and disposal/reuse of materials on site
* Oversee operation of excavators, dumpers, dozers, and associated plant to maximise productivity and safety
* Deliver supporting transportation infrastructure works including highways formation, drainage interfaces, and platform preparation
* Conduct daily risk assessment briefings, method statement briefings, and toolbox talks
* Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, particularly in live traffic or constrained urban environments
* Plan and coordinate plant, labour, and haulage to maintain programme targets and reduce downtime
* Ensure safe systems of work when working around live services, embankments, and unstable ground conditions
* Interpret earthworks drawings, cut/fill models, and construction programmes into daily site activities
* Monitor progress of muck shift operations against levels, surveys, and engineering requirements
* Supervise subcontractors and haulage contractors, ensuring performance aligns with programme and quality expectations
* Maintain clear communication with site management, engineers, and survey teams
* Proactively identify and resolve logistical, ground condition, or productivity issues
* Complete company IT systems induction and training within the first 1–3 months
Requirements
* Proven experience as a Foreman on muck shift, bulk earthworks, or large infrastructure projects
* CITB SMSTS or SSSTS (depending on project requirements)
* First Aid at Work certification
* Safety Critical Medical (as required by site)
* Strong understanding of earthworks operations, levels, and construction sequencing
* Experience managing plant-heavy operations (excavators, dumpers, dozers, haul routes)
* Experience working in live highway or transportation infrastructure environments
* Reliable, proactive, and able to manage multiple gangs and plant movements
* Right to work in the UK
* CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) Excavator (Tracked)
* CPCS / NPORS Forward Tipping Dumper
* CPCS / NPORS Ride-On Roller
* GPS machine control awareness or experience
NPORS cards must be CSCS-affiliated and carry the CSCS hologram to meet client requirements. Support can be provided to achieve compliance if required.
What We Offer
* Competitive rates with weekly pay
* Ongoing pipeline of transportation infrastructure and Section 278 highway projects
* Long-term opportunities across major earthworks and civils packages
* Access to further training, certifications, and plant tickets as required
* Progression opportunities into senior supervisory or site management roles
How to Apply
Send your CV and relevant certifications to recruitment@coinford.co.uk or call 01342 840084, quoting Foreman – Muck Shift – Bristol.
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