Civils Supervisor

Stonbury; Basildon; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water management company in Basildon is seeking a Civils Site Supervisor for clean water projects. This role involves overseeing site operations and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate has experience in civil projects, valid certifications, and strong supervisory skills. The position offers £22 per hour, career development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and healthcare planning.

Benefits

24 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays

Healthcare cash plan

Discount schemes on retail and gym memberships

6% company pension contribution

Qualifications

• Experience in small to medium civil projects, including groundworks and footpaths.
• Ability to work safely at heights and in confined spaces.
• Full driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site operations for civil engineering projects.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards throughout project stages.
• Lead health, safety, and welfare initiatives on site.

Skills

Civil engineering project supervision

Adherence to safety standards

Plant operator experience

Education

Valid CSCS card

SSSTS/SMSTS certification

Tools

Excavators (10 ton and above)

Plant management tools

Job description

We are hiring a Civils Site Supervisor to work on clean water projects.

• Salary: £22 per hour

• Travel and overnight stays will be part of the role

We specialise in sustainable water asset management solutions, delivering exceptional value outcomes in potable water, wastewater, and the environment.

What you'll be doing

You will be responsible, in a supervisory capacity, for overseeing day-to-day site operations. Your role is to ensure civil engineering projects are executed safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Utilise specialist civils experience to assist with and supervise complex civils schemes valued between £100k-£5m.
• Ensure adherence to company procedures throughout all project stages, including health and safety, quality, environmental, and conduct requirements.
• Supervise daily site operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Report all accidents and issues immediately to management.
• Maintain a safe, tidy working environment with full PPE at all times.
• Report site changes promptly, including client instructions and environmental changes.
• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, and safety bulletins regularly.
• Lead health, safety, and welfare initiatives on site, including risk assessments and method statements.
• Manage machinery and materials, ensuring proper storage and timely off-hire of equipment.

Who we're looking for

• Experience in small to medium civil projects, including groundworks, formwork, concrete works, footpaths, and excavations with shoring.
• Valid CSCS card
• SSSTS/SMSTS certification
• Plant operator experience for excavators 10 ton and above, and dumper preferred
• Experience with temporary works installation and management, holding a temporary works supervisor qualification
• Ability to operate and manage plant and permit issuance (e.g., digging permits)
• Ability to work safely at heights and in confined spaces, following training
• Full driving license

What we're offering

• £22 per hour
• Training and career development opportunities
• 24 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 25 days after two years
• Healthcare cash plan
• Discount schemes on retail, gym memberships, cinema tickets, and more
• 6% company pension contribution

Our vision is to be the leading water and environmental sustainability specialist.