Ground Control is a leading external maintenance business and biodiversity expert committed to enhancing and improving the physical environment for our customers and their communities.
We're a purpose-driven, values-centered business, on a mission to realize the potential of human nature by bringing together people, places, and the planet.
Location: Manchester, Merseyside, Lancashire
Contract Type: Permanent
What you’ll do:
As Site Supervisor, your primary purpose is to lead and supervise on-site operations across Arb Rail projects, ensuring all work is carried out safely, professionally, and to client specifications. Acting as the company’s representative on-site, you will drive compliance, performance, and continuous improvement, championing Ground Control’s values and high operational standards.
Responsibilities:
* The Site Supervisor holds responsibility for the operational management of field teams, subcontractors, and direct labour on live rail sites. You will ensure safe systems of work are followed, all project documentation is completed to a high standard, and work is delivered right first time.
* Health & Safety: Setting up safe sites, overseeing safety compliance, delivering toolbox talks, and promoting hazard and close-call reporting.
* Operational Delivery: Supervising daily tasks, ensuring client specification compliance, managing site access and egress, and escalating issues when required.
* People Leadership: Motivating site teams, holding them accountable for outputs and safety, and reinforcing company values and behaviors.
* Client and Company Representation: Acting as the face of the company on-site, ensuring professionalism, quality communication, and timely feedback to Site Management.
* Decision-making & Autonomy: Operating independently on-site within defined parameters, making operational decisions aligned with company safety and quality standards. Complex or strategic issues are escalated to the Site Manager.
* Impact & Complexity: Your role directly impacts safety outcomes, compliance, team morale, customer satisfaction, and project profitability across multiple sites nationally.
Essential Knowledge and Skills:
* COSS (Controller of Site Safety) Certification
* PTS (Personal Track Safety)
* IOSH Managing Safely or SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
* Experience in site supervision within a rail or arb environment
* Knowledge of safety legislation, operational procedures, and quality assurance processes
* Strong IT, verbal, and written communication skills
* Ability to lead, motivate, and hold teams accountable
Desirable Knowledge and Skills:
* PIC (Person in Charge) Certification
* Arboriculture experience or vegetation management knowledge
* First Aid Qualification
Career Development:
We support your professional growth with clear career paths, training, and tailored development programs, including our GC Leadership Academy, job-specific accreditations, and higher education opportunities.
Growth Opportunities:
Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.
Work Environment:
Join a supportive, engaging, and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.
Compensation & Benefits:
Enjoy a competitive salary, benefits, and flexible working options, including:
* 23 days holiday, increasing with length of service + bank holidays
* Yearly bonus scheme & share options
* Employee support programs, free flu jabs, online private GP service
* Subsidized gym memberships
* Employee recognition scheme
Ground Control is a UK-based grounds maintenance company established in 1973, providing services across the UK and Ireland, including grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, arboriculture, and electric vehicle charging installation.
If you're looking to invest in your future with a company that values people, click the apply now button below to speak with our team.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, promoting fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.
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