Job Title: Site Supervisor – West Somerset
Location: Field-based (Bristol to Bridport region, office base in Wellington)
Salary: Starting from £36,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time
Working Hours: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Company Overview
Our client, Western Counties Roofing Ltd, has been a respected leader in the roofing industry for over 30 years. With offices in Newton Abbot, Bodmin, Wellington, and Barnstaple, they provide high-quality roofing services across the Southwest. Their specialties include slating, tiling, leadwork, green roofs, metal sheeting, cladding, standing seam systems, single ply membranes, and aluminium flashings.
Working with many of the region’s major developers, they are known for exceptional workmanship, reliability, and professionalism.
Role Overview
We are looking for a Site Supervisor to join our team and support the Contracts Manager in managing, organising, and overseeing roofing projects across the West Somerset region. You will be responsible for daily operations on approximately 15 active sites, ensuring high standards, efficient scheduling, and strong team coordination.
This is a field-based role that requires travel between sites located between Bristol, Wellington, Dorchester, and Bridport. You must live within a reasonable commuting distance of our Wellington office.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out pre-roof inspections to assess site readiness, scaffolding, and material availability
* Conduct mid-roof inspections to ensure work meets specifications (fixings, firebreaks, safety)
* Complete final sign-offs post-roof installation
* Deliver toolbox talks to site teams
* Use the internal app to record communications with site managers
* Monitor on-site materials and stock levels
* Schedule upcoming plots in coordination with site teams and the Contracts Manager
* Supervise roofing tradespeople and labourers to maintain quality and efficiency
* Liaise with the in-house buying department to ensure timely delivery of materials
* Attend weekly subcontractor meetings on-site
* Participate in weekly progress meetings at the Newton Abbot office
Candidate Requirements
* A positive, proactive attitude with a hands-on approach
* Valid UK driving licence
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the construction industry
* Strong knowledge of Health & Safety regulations
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* A reliable team player who can manage pressure and deadlines
* Valid CSCS Card
What We Offer
* Salary: Starting from £36,000 per year (dependent on experience)
* Company van (subject to HMRC regulations)
* Office base: Wellington
* 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
* Pension: Auto-enrolment workplace pension scheme
* Full-time, permanent position
* Hours: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm, site-based (no remote work)
Apply Today
If you’re an experienced professional with a background in construction supervision and a passion for delivering high-quality work, we encourage you to apply. Join a well-established team and help us continue delivering industry-leading roofing solutions across the Southwest.
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