Foreman

Advance TRS; Ribble Valley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance TRS is recruiting an experienced Foreman to supervise borehole decommissioning along a major infrastructure route between Lichfield and Crewe. You will support a specialist subcontractor, coordinate multiple gangs, monitor progress and ensure work is carried out safely to the project standards.

The role is site-based and requires a Foreman with civil engineering or groundwork experience, a valid CSCS card and SMSTS/SSSTS qualification.

Qualifications

• Experience as Foreman or equivalent in construction/civil engineering.
• Valid CSCS card and SMSTS/SSSTS qualification.
• Experience supervising subcontractors and coordinating site teams.
• Strong understanding of on-site health and safety requirements.
• Good communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate subcontractor activities across multiple gangs and work fronts.
• Monitor borehole decommissioning works to ensure safety and compliance with project specs.
• Ensure subcontractors meet RAMS and site health and safety requirements.
• Carry out site inspections and address safety issues promptly.
• Coordinate daily activities to support programme targets.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and report progress to site management.
• Maintain clear communication with subcontractors, management and stakeholders.
• Help ensure site documentation and safety records are up to date.

Skills

Subcontractor coordination

Site supervision

HSE compliance

Communication

Education

CSCS Certification

SMSTS/SSSTS

Job description

Location: Lichfield & Crewe

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Foreman to oversee borehole decommissioning works along a major infrastructure route between Lichfield and Crewe.

With approximately 450 boreholes to be decommissioned, you will be responsible for supporting and supervising the specialist subcontractor undertaking the works. You will help coordinate multiple gangs, monitor progress and ensure all activities are completed safely and in accordance with site requirements.

This is a site-based supervisory role suited to a Foreman with a background in civil engineering, groundworks or infrastructure construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate subcontractor activities across multiple gangs and work fronts.
• Monitor borehole decommissioning works to ensure activities are completed safely and in accordance with project specifications.
• Ensure subcontractors comply with site health and safety requirements, risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
• Carry out site inspections, monitor safe working practices and escape any issues where necessary.
• Coordinate daily activities and support the delivery of planned works and programme targets.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, workmanship and progress, reporting issues to the wider site management team.
• Maintain effective communication with subcontractors, site management and other project stakeholders.
• Help ensure relevant site documentation, permits and safety records are maintained.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Foreman, General Foreman, Civil Foreman or Site Supervisor within construction or civil engineering.
• Valid CSCS card.
• SMSTS or SSSTS qualification.
• Experience supervising subcontractors and coordinating site teams or multiple gangs.
• A strong understanding of site health and safety requirements and safe systems of work.
• Good communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience in groundwork's, geotechnical works, drilling, ground investigation or borehole decommissioning.
• Experience working on major infrastructure or civil engineering projects.
• Previous experience working within a Tier 1 contractor environment.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to contribute to a major infrastructure programme, supporting the safe and efficient delivery of a substantial volume of borehole decommissioning works.

Candidates with strong general civils or groundwork's supervision experience are encouraged to apply, even if they have not worked directly on borehole decommissioning.

*Must be based out of either the Litchfield or Crewe office!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status