Groundworks & Civil Engineering Working Foreman

Metcalfe Plant Hire Limited; Penrith; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Penrith is seeking a Groundworks and Civil Engineering Working Foreman to oversee site operations and coordinate groundwork teams. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience, a solid understanding of civil engineering principles, and a valid UK driving license. This role offers negotiable pay rates based on experience and requires adherence to safety protocols on-site.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising site teams.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings.
• Good knowledge of Groundworks and Civil Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Set up and coordinate site works.
• Check materials and equipment availability.
• Monitor quality of work and safety adherence.
• Maintain a daily diary of activities.

Skills

Site Supervisor experience

Team supervision

Understanding of drawings

Knowledge of Groundworks and Civil Engineering

Valid UK driving licence

SSSTS preferred

CSCS card

Job description

Due to continued expansion within our Contracting Department, we are seeking to recruit an additional Groundworks and Civil Engineering Working Foreman to undertake all aspects of site work and the coordination of groundwork teams as well as enabling cost-effective targets to be met. Position located in Penrith and South Lakes.

The Main Duties Will Include

• Setting up and co‑ordinating the works
• Checking that materials, plant, equipment, and labour are on site to meet with contract and programme requirements.
• To monitor and produce good quality of work.
• Ensuring that safety plans and method statements are adhered to onsite by all operatives and sub‑contractors.
• Ensure there is a safe system of work in the place for all sites.
• Be able to write and keep a daily diary/record sheet.

Skills And Qualifications

• Site Supervisor experience
• Be able to supervise a team.
• Confident in taking information from drawings.
• A good knowledge of Groundworks and Civil Engineering
• Must have a valid UK driving licence.
• SSSTS preferred
• CSCS card

If you have the necessary qualifications, skills and experience and this opportunity is of interest, please email [e-mail] or call Matt Healey on 01768 868686

Negotiable Rates Of Pay – Dependent On Experience

Metcalfe Plant Hire is an Equal Opportunity employer