Earth Works Supervisor

SkyBlue Solutions; Aldringham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortel is seeking an Earthworks Supervisor for an in-person role in Ipswich. You will oversee structures, earthworks, drainage, and general civils tasks, coordinating labour, subcontractors, plant and materials to keep works progressing safely and on schedule.

The role requires a strong civils background, valid CSCS (Gold/Black) and SSSTS, with an updated CV. Working hours are 7:00am–18:00, days on with two days off, every other weekend off.

Qualifications

• Strong all-round civils background: structures, earthworks, and general construction operations.
• Valid Gold or Black CSCS.
• SSSTS.
• Up-to-date CV.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day civils activities including structures, earthworks, drainage, and general construction tasks
• Coordinate labour, subcontractors, plant, and materials to ensure works progress safely and efficiently
• Support the delivery of planned works in line with programme requirements
• Assist with daily briefings, task allocations, and on-site coordination
• Monitor work quality, productivity, and adherence to specifications
• Maintain communication with site management, engineers, and other supervisors
• Provide cover across multiple work fronts when team members are absent

Skills

Civils experience

Structures

Earthworks

Construction operations

Education

CSCS Gold/Black

SSSTS

Tools

CV (updated)

Job description

Job description:

Earthworks Supervisor

Location: Ipswich IP164EW

Pay: £27.81 PAYE

Overtime rate after 39 hours

Hours: 7:00am-18: days on 2 days off every other weekend off

Fortel is looking for an experienced Earthworks Supervisor. This is an all-round supervisory role, involving hands-on oversight of structures, earthworks, and general construction operations, with flexibility to cover additional areas when team members are on leave.

Key Duties

• Supervise day-to-day civils activities including structures, earthworks, drainage, and general construction tasks
• Coordinate labour, subcontractors, plant, and materials to ensure works progress safely and efficiently
• Support the delivery of planned works in line with programme requirements
• Assist with daily briefings, task allocations, and on-site coordination
• Monitor work quality, productivity, and adherence to specifications
• Maintain communication with site management, engineers, and other supervisors
• Provide cover across multiple work fronts when team members are absent

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong all-round civils background: structures, earthworks, and general construction operations
• Valid Gold or Black CSCS
• SSSTS
• Up-to-date CV

Fortel is an equal opportunity employer. We put people first and believe that by doing so, we are able to provide the highest quality service, while helping our workforce develop and strengthen skills to create sustainable careers.

Work Location: In person