Black Hat Supervisor

Careys Foundation; Hindley; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

Ongoing training and development

Long-term continuity of work

Job summary

Careys are recruiting an experienced Black Hat Supervisor to join our team on major civil engineering and infrastructure projects. You will lead hands-on groundworks, supervise a team of operatives, and coordinate with Site Managers to ensure work is delivered safely and on programme.

Required CSCS Black Card (Supervisor) and SSSTS/SMSTS, with proven civil engineering experience, ability to read drawings, and strong leadership. RAMS compliance and safety culture are essential on site.

Qualifications

• CSCS Black Card (Supervisor)
• SSSTS or SMSTS qualification
• Proven civil engineering and groundworks experience
• Strong knowledge of drainage, ducting, concrete and earthworks
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
• Experience supervising site teams while actively involved in works
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• First Aid at Work and/or NRSWA Supervisor (desirable)

Responsibilities

• Carry out hands-on groundworks and civil engineering activities including drainage, ducting, foundations, concrete works and utility installations
• Supervise and coordinate a team of operatives, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to programme
• Lead daily briefings and toolbox talks, promoting a strong health and safety culture across site
• Work closely with Site Managers and Engineers to plan daily activities and resource requirements
• Monitor the quality of works and ensure compliance with drawings, specifications and project requirements
• Support the allocation of labour, plant and materials to maximise productivity
• Identify and resolve on-site issues while maintaining progress against project milestones
• Maintain site records and ensure all works are carried out in accordance with company procedures and RAMS

Skills

CSCS Black Card

SSSTS or SMSTS

Civil engineering experience

Drainage & ducts knowledge

Read drawings

Team supervision

Leadership & communication

First Aid at Work/NRSWA supervisor (D)

Job description

Black Hat Supervisor

Application Deadline: 26 October 2026

Department: Construction (Trades & Labour)

Employment Type: Contract / Temp

Location: Wigan

Description

Careys are recruiting an experienced Black Hat Supervisor to join our team on major civil engineering and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out hands-on groundworks and civil engineering activities including drainage, ducting, foundations, concrete works and utility installations.


• Supervise and coordinate a team of operatives, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to programme.


• Lead daily briefings and toolbox talks, promoting a strong health and safety culture across site.


• Work closely with Site Managers and Engineers to plan daily activities and resource requirements.


• Monitor the quality of works and ensure compliance with drawings, specifications and project requirements.


• Support the allocation of labour, plant and materials to maximise productivity.


• Identify and resolve on-site issues while maintaining progress against project milestones.


• Maintain site records and ensure all works are carried out in accordance with company procedures and RAMS.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• CSCS Black Card (Supervisor).


• SSSTS or SMSTS.


• Proven experience in civil engineering and groundworks.


• Strong knowledge of drainage, ducting, concrete and earthworks operations.


• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.


• Experience supervising site teams while remaining actively involved in the works.


• Strong communication and leadership skills.


• First Aid at Work and/or NRSWA Supervisor (desirable).

Benefits

• Long-term continuity of work


• Major infrastructure project experience


• Competitive rates


• Opportunity to progress within both enabling and main works phases


• Excellent rates of pay


• Ongoing training and development opportunities