Site Supervisor – Civils / Utilities / Environmental Works
Locations: Kent, Sussex & Hampshire (travel required)
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Overview
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Site Supervisor to join a growing team operating across multiple sites within the Kent, Sussex and Hampshire regions. This role is ideal for someone with a strong civils background who enjoys working outdoors, coordinating teams, and ensuring safe, efficient, high-quality delivery.
The successful candidate will play a key part in supervising field operations, maintaining high SHEQ standards, and supporting the delivery of Clean Rivers and Seas (CRaS) related civils work.
Key Responsibilities
Site Supervision
Oversee day-to-day site activities and ensure smooth progress of works.
Maintain full compliance with health & safety regulations and site protocols.
Coordinate labour, subcontractors, and plant on site.
Project Management
Support the planning and scheduling of civils activities.
Monitor progress and address potential delays or risks.
Ensure materials, plant, and resources are available and used efficiently.
Quality Assurance
Inspect works to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and standards.
Identify and resolve defects or non-conformities.
Ensure completed works meet required quality benchmarks prior to sign-off.
Health & Safety
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Enforce all H&S policies and best practices on site.
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Carry out regular safety inspections and audits.
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Report and investigate incidents, implementing corrective actions.
Communication & Coordination
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Act as the bridge between the site team and management.
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Liaise with engineers, clients and stakeholders to ensure requirements are met.
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Provide clear instructions and maintain strong communication across the workforce.
Documentation & Reporting
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Maintain accurate site records, diaries, and progress updates.
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Prepare and submit reports when required.
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Manage and document changes to works, variations or programme adjustments.
Team Leadership
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Lead, motivate and supervise teams on site.
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Provide mentoring and support to junior or less experienced workers.
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Address performance issues and promote a positive working environment.
Cost Awareness
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Identify opportunities for cost efficiencies without compromising quality or safety.
Experience, Skills & Qualifications
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Previous experience in a Site Supervisor or similar civils-based role.
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Strong leadership and people-management abilities.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Proficient in reading and interpreting construction drawings.
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Good understanding of health & safety regulations.
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Ability to prioritise multiple workstreams and work under pressure.
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Confident, positive attitude with a commitment to high standards.
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Competent with Microsoft Office (including intermediate Excel skills).
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Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
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Flexible, calm under pressure, and able to work with individuals at all levels.
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Accurate and timely with documentation and reporting