Civils Chargehand

Breedon Group; Stornoway; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tailored, competitive salary

Company Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave + holidays

Share Saver Scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discounts

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Breedon Group is seeking a Civils Chargehand to join the Hebrides-based Contracting team. You will support the Foreperson with daily coordination, organise the squad, and lead on safety, quality and productivity on site across various shifts, including night work where required.

The role is hands-on, involves outdoor work, site travel and driving a full UK licence. The team focuses on surfacing operations with adherence to company procedures and safe systems of work.

Qualifications

• Experience in surfacing, highways or construction environments.
• Good practical knowledge of asphalt surfacing operations.
• Experience guiding other team members.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Excellent organisation and prioritisation.
• Strong health and safety understanding.
• Positive attitude; lead by example.
• Flexible to work across sites and shifts.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support the Civils Foreperson with day-to-day running and coordination.
• Act as a point of contact for operatives on site.
• Organise squad and allocate tasks to progress work.
• Support safe operation of plant and equipment.
• Ensure materials, plant, PPE available for the works.
• Lead site briefings and toolbox talks; communicate site requirements.
• Monitor activities and report safety/quality/progress issues to Foreperson.
• Carry out routine checks of plant, equipment and PPE; report defects.

Skills

Surfacing experience

Asphalt knowledge

Team leadership

Communication

Organise & prioritise

Health & safety

Full UK driving licence

Flexible working hours

Job description

Civils Chargehand

Application Deadline: 30 October 2026

Department: Operations and Maintenance

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Marybank Quarry, Western Isles

Description

About Breedon Group: Breedon Group plc is a leading vertically integrated construction materials group in Great Britain, Ireland, and the USA. We're dedicated to providing high-quality materials and services for the construction industry, with a commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation. Joining Breedon means becoming part of a team that values excellence and is committed to making a positive impact.

Position Overview: We are looking for an experienced and motivated Civils Chargehand to join our Contracting team in the Hebrides. Working closely with the Foreperson/Supervisors, the Chargehand will act as a key member of the team, supporting the day-to-day coordination of operatives and helping to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.

This is a hands‑on role which combines practical surfacing duties with responsibility for supporting and guiding the wider squad. You will assist the Foreperson with organising the team, coordinating activities on site, and ensuring everyone works in line with company procedures and safe systems of work.

The role involves working outdoors, travelling to different sites and working a range of shifts, including night work where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Civils Foreperson with the day-to-day running and coordination of the Civils squad
• Act as a key point of contact for the operatives, providing guidance and support on site
• Assist with organising the squad and allocating tasks to ensure work progresses efficiently
• Support the safe and effective operation of plant, tools, and equipment
• Help ensure the correct materials, plant, equipment, and PPE are available for the work being undertaken
• Support site preparation and general activities before, during, and after works
• Assist the Foreperson with site briefings, toolbox talks, and communicating site requirements to the squad
• Monitor work activities and highlight any issues affecting safety, quality, productivity, or progress to the Foreperson
• Carry out routine checks of plant, equipment, and PPE and report defects promptly
• Promote a positive safety culture and challenge unsafe acts or conditions where appropriate
• Report safety concerns, incidents, defects, and near misses promptly
• Liaise with the Foreperson and wider project team to support successful delivery of works
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment
• Work flexibly across different sites and shifts, including night work where required

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Previous experience working within surfacing, highways, construction, or a similar environment
• Good practical knowledge of asphalt surfacing operations
• Experience of supporting or guiding other members of a team
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise work effectively
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements and safe working practices
• Positive attitude with the ability to lead by example
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and performance
• Flexible approach to working hours and site locations
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Previous experience working as a Chargehand, Lead Operative or similar role
• SSSTS qualification
• CSCS card
• CPCS, MPQC or NPORS plant tickets
• First Aid at Work qualification

Benefits

• A tailored, competitive salary
• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays on top
• Share Saver Scheme participation
• Company Life Assurance Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Discounts on a wide range of products through our employee benefits platform
• Broad learning opportunities and career progression pathways.

Diversity Statement

At Breedon Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. We believe in equality of opportunity for all and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.