Chargehand

Aureos; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Aureos Infrastructure Services Limited is seeking a skilled and organized Chargehand to oversee a team on our infrastructure projects. You will bridge the gap between site management and the labor force, ensuring tasks are executed safely and efficiently.

You will provide hands-on leadership, monitor progress, and ensure materials and tools are available to keep operations running smoothly. This leadership role requires strong supervision experience and a commitment to safety and quality on-site.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a supervisory or lead hand role in construction or infrastructure.
• Knowledge of infrastructure construction techniques, materials, and equipment.
• CSCS, SSSTS or equivalent health and safety certifications.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct, motivate, and supervise a team of operatives on-site, assigning daily tasks and ensuring timely completion.
• Work alongside the team to assist with manual and technical tasks as required by the project.
• Enforce health, safety, and environmental policies; ensure PPE compliance.
• Monitor quality of work to meet project specs, codes, and standards.
• Coordinate distribution of tools, equipment, and materials to prevent downtime and waste.
• Act as liaison between site supervisor/manager and workforce, providing progress updates.

Skills

Team leadership

Construction supervision

Health & safety compliance

Problem solving

Communication skills

CSCS/SSSTS certification

Job description

If you are looking to work for a growing business who truly value and care for their employees, then look no further!

Job Summary
Aureos Infrastructure Services Limited is seeking a skilled and organized Chargehand to oversee and assist a team of workers on our infrastructure projects. In this role, you will bridge the gap between site management and the labor force, ensuring that daily tasks are executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest industry standards. You will provide hands-on leadership, monitor progress, and ensure all necessary materials and tools are available to keep operations running smoothly.

Job Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Direct, motivate, and supervise a team of operatives and tradespeople on-site, assigning daily tasks and ensuring they are completed on schedule.
• Hands-on Support: Work alongside the team to assist with manual and technical tasks as required by the project.
• Safety Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to Aureos Infrastructure's health, safety, and environmental policies, ensuring all team members wear appropriate PPE and follow safe work practices.
• Quality Control: Monitor the quality of work being delivered, ensuring it meets project specifications, building codes, and company standards.
• Resource Management: Coordinate the distribution of tools, equipment, and materials to prevent downtime and minimize waste.
• Reporting: Act as the primary liaison between the site supervisor/manager and the workforce, providing regular updates on progress, challenges, and resource requirements.

Job Qualifications

• Experience: Proven experience working in construction, civil engineering, or infrastructure services, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead hand capacity.
• Technical Skills: Strong practical knowledge of infrastructure construction techniques, materials, and equipment.
• Leadership & Communication: Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to clearly delegate tasks, resolve minor conflicts, and communicate effectively with both management and workers.
• Health & Safety: Valid safety certifications (such as CSCS, SSSTS, or equivalent) and a comprehensive understanding of site safety regulations.
• Problem-Solving: Strong organizational skills with the ability to troubleshoot on-site challenges and adapt to changing project demands.

Whether you are looking for progression in your new role or for your forever job, we will happily welcome your application.

Equal Opportunities

Aureosare an equal opportunities employer, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.