Role
An experienced Site Agent is required on a contractor basis to support a major package of HS2 earthworks and drainage works in the Calvert (Bicester) area. This is a key site-based role with a strong emphasis on RAMS, site documentation, plant management and day-to-day control of works on a nationally significant infrastructure project.Working within an established site team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring works are delivered safely,pliantly and efficiently, in line with HS2 standards and programme requirements.
Key Responsibilities
1. Preparing, reviewing and managing RAMS, Task Briefings and Permit-to-Work documentation
2. Ensuring all works are delivered in line with HS2 safety, quality and environmental standards
3. Day-to-day site leadership of earthworks and drainage activities
4. Plant management, including tracking what plant is on site, availability, usage and coordination with suppliers.
5. Monitoring productivity and ensuring plant and labour resources are fully utilised
6. Supporting planning and sequencing of bulk earthworks, cut & fill, drainage installation and associated temporary works
7. Liaising closely with Engineers, Supervisors, Subcontractors and Site Management
8. Managing site paperwork including daily diaries, permits, inspection records and reports
9. Ensuring quality checks, inspections and ITPs arepleted and recorded
10. Identifying and resolving site issues before they impact programme or safety
11. Supporting progress reporting and short-term planning
12. Promoting a strong safety-first culture at all times on site
What You’ll Need to Succeed
13. Proven experience as a Site Agent on major civil engineering or infrastructure projects
14. Strong background in earthworks and drainage
15. Demonstrable experience producing and managing RAMS and site safety documentation
16. Good knowledge of plant management and logistics on large-scale sites
17. Ability to manage multiple work fronts and subcontractors
18. Strong understanding of site quality and H&S requirements
19. CSCS (Gold or Black), SMSTS (or equivalent)
20. Excellentmunication and organisational skills