Highways/Civils Supervisor

Ferns Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Van and fuel card

PPE supplied

Job summary

Ferns Group in South Gloucestershire seeks a dynamic Day Works Highways and Civils Supervisor to lead civils teams on large-scale highways schemes, including drainage, kerb laying, road widening and cycle lanes.

You will ensure works meet high standards, safety rules, and deadlines, providing guidance and maintaining clear communication with engineers and management. The role is self-employed with CIS payments and a 9-hour shift pattern.

Qualifications

• SSSTS or SMSTS qualification required.
• Streetworks knowledge and CSCS card.
• Full UK Driving Licence essential.
• Strong problem-solving and on-site liaison abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise civils teams on highways schemes including drainage, kerb laying, road widening and cycle lanes.
• Provide guidance to ensure works are completed to high standards within timeframes.
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring adherence to policies and health and safety regs.
• Maintain clear team communication and report productivity/issues to management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

SSSTS/SMSTS

Streetworks

CSCS

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Join a dynamic team that are working hard today to leave an indelible mark on the landscape of tomorrow.

Ferns Group are a family run business with over 25 years’ experience as an established Utilities and Reinstatement company, specialising in Telecoms Civils, and tailored reinstatement services.

Our Mission is “to be the preferred choice in our field by adding value to our business partners without compromise to quality, safety or the environment.”

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced day works Highways and Civils Supervisor to work on our long-term contract located in South Gloucester. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities and excellent communication skills. The Supervisor will be responsible for ensuring that teams perform their duties efficiently while maintaining high standards.

Duties

• Supervise civils teams working on large scale highways schemas including drainage, kerb laying, road widening projects, cycle lanes, reinstatement etc.
• Provide guidance and support to ensure works are completed to a high standard and within specified timeframes.
• Supervise daily operational activities, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures, and health and safety regulations.
• Maintain clear communication channels within the teams and report to management on productivity and issues that arise.

Requirements

• SSSTS or SMSTS qualifications
• Streetworks
• CSCS
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Ability to problem solve in a proactive manor and liaise with engineers and management on site.

Details

• Van and fuel card supplied for work purposes only
• PPE supplied
• 9 hour shifts
• Self-employed, paid 1 week in arrears on CIS
• Day rate between £190 – £210 per shift depending on experience.

Ferns Group are dedicated to diversity in the workplace and committed to treating all our employees and job applicants equally. We embrace equal opportunities, including working with the prison service, and are opposed to discrimination on any grounds.

All applicants must have rights to work in the UK and be willing to undertake the relevant pre-employment screening checks should your application be successful.