Civils Drainage Supervisor

Adler & Allan Ltd; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Company pension

Refer a friend scheme

Training and career progression

Job summary

Glanville Environmental, based in Exeter, is seeking a Civils Drainage Supervisor to lead reactive maintenance projects from our Exeter depot. You will oversee day-to-day team management, coordinate logistics, and ensure safety and compliance on wastewater infrastructure sites in the South West.

You will report to the Project Manager and manage direct labour and supply chain partners, while maintaining accurate site documentation and KPI performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in site management within wastewater infrastructure or utilities.
• Computer literate with ability to manage documentation and reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple sites simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise safe delivery of civils/utilities works on drainage networks.
• Assist in project planning and resource allocation with Project Manager.
• Conduct site visits, inspections and audits; maintain detailed reports and records.
• Ensure compliance with PUWER, LOLER, RAMS, CDM and temporary works documentation.

Skills

Site management

Computer literate

Multi-site delivery

Client-facing skills

Education

SSSTS

Street works Supervisor

Confined space

Temporary works Supervisor

Deep Excavation

Cat & Genny

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Glanville Environmental is a reputable and thriving drainage and civil engineering company that has been a driving force in the Southwest region for over three decades. As we continue to expand our impressive portfolio of clients and secure long-term contracts, we are seeking talented individuals to join our passionate team. If you are ready to make your mark in the industry and be part of a family-owned business, this is your opportunity to thrive.

Job Description

Civils Drainage Supervisor
Exeter
Permanent, full-time
Competitive salary + enhanced overtime & on call payments plus benefits

Due to ongoing successful contracts and as we continue to expand, we’re seeking a dynamic and proactive Civils Drainage Supervisor to assist deliver our fast-paced reactive maintenance projects.

Working from our Exeter based depot, successful candidates would play a key role organising the delivery of reactive and fast track planned schemes on wastewater infrastructure across the south west. As a Civils Drainage Supervisor for Reactive Maintenance works, you’ll oversee day-to-day Team Management, ensuring quick response times, quality delivery, and cost-effective solutions whilst ensuring high standards of Health & Safety. Reporting into the Project Manager, You’ll also manage direct labour/supply chain partners, coordinate logistics, and ensure all works meet safety and compliance standards.

More about the role:

• Co-ordinate/Supervise the safe and effective delivery of multiple civils/utilities sites associated with drainage networks, works include repairs on shallow/deep drainage in both highway and private land on gravity & pressurised pipes
• Assist in project planning, including coordination with highways and public authorities, resource allocation, and materials management
• Conduct site visits to assist scoping projects to a good standard, working closely alongside the Project Manager to monitor and update changes as necessary
• Have a strong knowledge of H&S requirements through project delivery including being able to ensure compliance with PUWER, LOLER, RAMS, Temporary works & CDM documentation preparation
• Maintain and update site records, ensuring detailed and accurate reports and documentation are completed
• Conduct Regular Site inspections & Audits
• Ensure prompt and timely responses project KPI’s/SLA’s & Maintain strong communication with clients to provide updates and resolve issues promptly
• Use of computer software (predominantly Microsoft Office) to produce site documentation, Close down documents, workflow productivity reports and general work management monitoring systems
• Be part of a Standby rota and ensure the business unit maintains a successful response period OOH’s

Qualifications

About you:

• Proven experience in site management within wastewater infrastructure (preference), utilities, or construction
• Computerliterate
• Experience in ensuring smooth operational delivery on both simple and complex engineering sites including on/off hire process’s
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
• Be able to manage sub-contractors & supply chain
• Ability to manage multiple sites simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• Relevant qualifications (not limited to) – SSSTS, Street works Supervisor, Confined space, Temporary works Supervisor, Deep Excavation, Cat & Genny

Additional Information

What we can offer you:

• Enhanced maternity,paternity and adoption pay and leave
• Company pension
• Refer a friend scheme
• Training and career progression opportunities

About us:

Glanville Environmental is a reputable and thriving drainage and civil engineering company that has been a driving force in the Southwest region for over three decades. As we continue to expand our impressive portfolio of clients and secure long-term contracts, we are seeking talented individuals to join our passionate team. If you are ready to make your mark in the industry and be part of a family-owned business, this is your opportunity to thrive.

At Adler and Allan Group, we're not just a company – we're environmental champions committed to protecting our planet while helping businesses thrive. We're a diverse, dynamic team dedicated to providing top-tier environmental, energy and water infrastructure services across the UK. Our mission is clear: safeguarding the environment, minimising operational disruptions, and supporting sustainability goals for our valued clients.

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.