Foreman (OHL)

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Flexible and adaptable working

Family friendly policies

Mentoring programmes

Contributory pension scheme

Annual bonus scheme

Recognition scheme and long service

Car scheme and private medical ins.

Share-save scheme; cycle to work & gym

Job summary

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure in Swynnerton, England, seeks an OHL Foreman to lead on-site delivery, supervise crew and subcontractors, and ensure safe, compliant execution of overhead line projects. You will coordinate day-to-day site operations, report progress, manage quality, plan resources, and balance incentives with strict adherence to policies.

The role offers development opportunities and a path to greater responsibility.

Qualifications

• Previous overhead lines experience essential (Foreman/Chargehand).
• Ability to work in a team environment across a project, site or area.
• Strong supervision skills with ability to motivate small teams.
• Good planning and time management skills.
• Ability to contribute to meeting standards and specifications.
• Ability to work well either alone or as part of a team.
• Specialist knowledge in chosen field.
• Good writing, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience on National Grid or Scottish Power works.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate site personnel and subcontractors.
• Report all relevant site activities and manage the quality of work performed.
• Coordinate day‑to‑day operations of the site.
• Ensure adherence to relevant policies and procedures.
• Control and monitor all activities on site.
• Support the achievement of perfect delivery.
• Plan and review overall status of projects with the project manager, construction manager and project engineer.
• Ensure resources are effectively utilised to achieve timely completion.
• Deliver toolbox talks and daily task briefings.
• Promptly off‑hire hired‑in plant and equipment after task completion.
• Provide relevant documentation to the project manager or authorities.
• Identify and record possible variations to the contract and notify management.

Skills

Overhead lines

Team leadership

Site coordination

Planning & time management

Quality control

Documentation

National Grid works

Job description

Swynnerton, England

Talented people are the key to our success. We are looking for a motivated and ambitious OHL Foreman to join our project delivery team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone keen to further develop their skills and take on increasing levels of responsibility.

Role Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate site personnel and subcontractors.
• Report all relevant site activities and manage the quality of work performed.
• Coordinate day‑to‑day operations of the site.
• Ensure adherence to relevant policies and procedures.
• Control and monitor all activities on site.
• Support the achievement of perfect delivery.
• In conjunction with the project manager, project engineer, and construction manager, plan and review overall status of projects on an ongoing basis.
• Ensure all site resources (labour, machinery, materials, subcontractors, etc.) are effectively utilized and monitored to achieve timely completion of projects.
• Deliver toolbox talks and daily task briefings.
• Upon completion of task, ensure all appropriate hired‑in plant and equipment is promptly off‑hired.
• Ensure the project manager is promptly provided with any relevant documentation received from either the customer or authorities.
• Identify and record any possible variations to the contract, ensuring the project manager/construction manager is promptly notified.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Previous experience with overhead lines is essential (either as a Foreman or Chargehand).
• Ability to work in a team environment contributing across a project, site or area.
• Good supervision skills, with the ability to motivate self and small teams to perform specific tasks.
• Good planning and time management skills.
• Ability to contribute to meeting standards and specifications.
• Ability to work well either alone or as part of a team.
• Specialist knowledge in chosen field.
• Good writing, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Previous experience on National Grid or Scottish Power works.

What is in it for you?

• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days.
• Flexible and adaptable working.
• Family friendly policies and work/life approach.
• Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Annual bonus scheme.
• Recognition scheme and long service awards.
• Car scheme and private medical insurance (if applicable to role).
• Option to participate in share‑save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.

About The Energy Business Unit

We have extensive experience in upgrading and replacing energy networks, delivering asset management for major UK energy companies and network operators. Our transmission and distribution services involve the upgrading and replacement of electricity assets both above and below ground. Within the electricity sector we install and maintain assets, including excavation, laying and jointing of cables (fluid filled and XLPE), substations and overhead line, new build, repair and refurbishment services.

Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People “Two Ticks” accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company. Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.