Chargehand

Aureos; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aureos Infrastructure Services Limited is seeking a skilled Chargehand to oversee and assist a team on our infrastructure projects in Bathgate. You will bridge the gap between site management and the labor force, providing hands-on leadership to ensure daily tasks are performed safely, efficiently, and to the highest industry standards.

The role requires directing operatives, coordinating tools and materials, enforcing safety rules, monitoring quality, and reporting progress and needs to

Qualifications

• Experience supervising construction teams on civil projects.
• Strong leadership and clear communication with on-site workers and management.
• Solid knowledge of health, safety and environmental policies.

Responsibilities

• Direct, motivate and supervise a team of operatives on site.
• Assist with manual and technical tasks as required.
• Enforce health and safety policies and PPE usage.
• Monitor work quality against specs and codes.
• Coordinate tools, equipment and materials to minimize downtime.
• Provide progress updates and resource needs to site management.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication

Safety Compliance

Problem Solving

Site Coordination

Tools

CSCS

SSSTS

Job description

Chargehand### ChargehandApply: Site: Bathgate: Full time: Posted Today: JR100745If 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**Aureos are 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.### About usAureos is a multi-disciplinary energy and transport networks specialist engineering services provider, spanning the design, engineering, installation, maintenance, and crisis response of critical infrastructures across power, renewables, nuclear decommissioning, railways, highways and local government sectors.