Groundwork Foreman

Coinford; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A contracting company in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled construction operative to ensure site safety, manage operations, and oversee subcontractors. The successful candidate will have strong experience in construction and heavy equipment operation. The role offers a salary range of £20-35 per hour and requires effective leadership and communication skills. Full-time employment with opportunities for growth is available.

Qualifications

• Experience working in construction.
• Valid ticket for operating heavy machinery.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments and toolbox talks.
• Oversee site safety and ensure efficient operations.
• Manage subcontractors for quality performance.

Skills

Construction Experience

Heavy Equipment Operation

Rigging

Commercial Driving

Paving

OSHA

Roofing

Irrigation

Telecommunication

Horizontal Drilling

Excavator

Leadership Experience

Job description

Essential Role Requirements

• Conduct risk assessment briefings and toolbox talks to maintain site safety standards.
• Ensure operatives work efficiently and safely at all times.
• Oversee the availability and suitability of plant and materials to support programme delivery.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Implement and monitor safe working methods particularly when excavating around buried services.
• Engage confidently with operatives to drive quality health & safety and production standards.
• Interpret programmes provided by Site Management and translate them into practical working methods to achieve deadlines.
• Demonstrate expert knowledge across all aspects of groundworks including ground beams drainage sub-structure concrete external works roads housing slabs and cut-and-fill earthworks.
• Maintain commercial awareness of site activities to support cost-effective project delivery.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors to ensure quality and timely performance.
• Communicate effectively with clients adopting a proactive and professional approach.
• Accurately read and interpret technical drawings to inform construction details.

General Expectations

• Demonstrate reliability and punctuality at all times.
• Collaborate effectively with other trades and operatives to support timely programme delivery.
• Hold the right to work in the UK.
• Successfully complete the IT induction and training programme within the first 13 months of employment.
• Please note that to comply with client requirements we can only accept NPORS cards affiliated with CSCS and carrying the CSCS hologram. We no longer accept traditional NPORS cards. If you would like further details on how to transfer your card from the traditional scheme to the CSCS scheme please click here.

Key Skills

• Construction Experience
• Heavy Equipment Operation
• Rigging
• Commercial Driving
• Paving
• OSHA
• Roofing
• Irrigation
• Telecommunication
• Horizontal Drilling
• Excavator
• Leadership Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary : 20 - 35