Discover BSR:
British Solar Renewables creates smart energy systems for a net zero carbon future. British Solar Renewables develops (BSR Energy), builds (BSR EPC), and maintains (BSR O&M) utility-scale solar, wind and storage projects in the UK and internationally. Having developed and built in excess of 700MWp BSR are a major contributor to the UK Renewable Energy Sector.
What we offer:
We’re building a community of passionate individuals committed to shaping the future; providing the chance to work on cutting-edge projects in the renewable energy sector. Offering a culture where collaboration and inclusivity thrive alongside opportunities for professional growth and development. Join a team making a real difference.
About this role:
The Foreman will be directly responsible for overseeing the daily site activity, productivity and resourcing for the build of the Solar Park, reporting to the Site Manager to measure progress against the construction program. The Foreman is the main point of contact for all build staff employed by the organisation with regards to co-ordinating site activity. They must work in conjunction with Supervisors, their site teams, sub-contractors and the Site Manager to ensure optimum productivity is achieved daily.
The foreman must conduct a daily site briefing to cover points of safety, priorities for the day, work areas and other contractor activity. Throughout the day they will be co-ordinating tasks, troubleshooting and monitoring progress working closely with and reporting to the Site Manager.
The successful candidates must be self-motivated, pro-active and conscientious; used to working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment to tight deadlines you must have experience of managing teams and progress; the project completion date is not negotiable. Skills and previous experience of Solar build would be a distinct advantage; previous Construction Site Foreman work is essential as you will be working to CDM regulations.
What we need from you:
* Familiarity with overall Project plan
* Knowledge of site set-up, welfare, logistics, TMP, CPP
* Maintain and monitor works performance against plan
* Run daily site briefing with BSR staff
* Report against program and track performance and issues
* Manage operational safety
* See all aspects of the build through to completion
* Ensure the quality is achieved and signed-off each time and every-time
What skills you will have:
* Experience as a Foreman, working to CDM regulations is essential for this role. Experience on electrical projects would be an advantage, but not essential.
* Previous experience as Foreman on multi-million-pound construction/ infrastructure projects desirable, or site management of smaller sites
* Site Management/ Safety qualifications within construction desirable (SMSTS, SSSTS, IOSH, NEBOSH)
* Microsoft Office capability with Word, Excel and MS Project, essential
What you will get from BSR:
* Monthly social events, such as team lunches, breakfasts, volunteering and a Christmas and Summer party.
* Our Hybrid Working Policy allows you to work from home up to three days a week.
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption policies.
* An annual bonus scheme which rewards you for all of your hard work.
* A referral scheme for when you refer someone to work at BSR.
* Supporting you beyond work with our Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support.
* BSR will fund one professional membership per annum.
* 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to roll over up to 5 days.
* Long Service Recognition Scheme
* Private Health insurance after completion of 3-month probation period.
* Life insurance
* Pension
Closing Date: 9th June at 12 noon
Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women are less likely to apply for a role unless they meet 100% of the role requirements. At BSR, we are committed to equal opportunities in employment, if you are interested in one our positions, we encourage you to apply.
Our hiring decisions are not just about technical skills; but also about finding individuals whose values, work ethic, and personality would make a great addition to our team.
If you need reasonable adjustments for the interview process, contact us at recruitment@britishrenewables.com
We encourage candidates to apply promptly. This advert may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.