Highways Construction Site Supervisor Apprentice

Amey Group Services LTD; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure services firm is seeking a Highways Construction Site Supervisor Apprentice in Barnsley, UK. This apprenticeship allows for hands-on experience in overseeing highway maintenance and construction projects. You'll learn to coordinate with various teams and ensure compliance with safety regulations while gaining necessary qualifications. The role requires GCSE Maths and English and offers a comprehensive 39-month training program, fully supported by expert guidance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of highway construction and maintenance activities.
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure timely project delivery.
• Monitor and report on project progress, identifying any issues or delays.
• Support the preparation of site documentation, including risk assessments and method statements.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical thinking

Team working

Creativity

Initiative

Patience

Physical fitness

Education

GCSE Maths and English (grade C/4 or above)

Completed level 3 construction apprenticeships or minimum of 5 years experience in construction site role

Job description

Overview

As a Highways Construction Site Supervisor Apprentice, you will play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of highway maintenance and construction works within Area 12. This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop the skills necessary to supervise and manage highway construction and maintenance projects. Working with our Operations and Scheme Delivery teams, you'll support on-site delivery in the construction phase of our projects. You'll also learn how we manage the performance on-site of our internal Maintenance and Response teams and specialist supply chain contractors.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of highway construction and maintenance activities
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure timely project delivery
• Monitor and report on project progress, identifying any issues or delays
• Support the preparation of site documentation, including risk assessments and method statements
• Participate in site meetings and contribute to project planning and scheduling
• Learn and apply best practices in highway construction and maintenance, identify risk of activities and encourage all employees to demonstrate safety-conscious behaviours
• Assess, identify and record the environmental impact of projects
• Assist in the implementation of the most appropriate solutions for construction projects
• Use effective management principles and be able to supervise construction workers
• Understand overall plan for project and measure and record progress against plan
• Assess and report on quality standards and assist in commissioning of finished construction projects
• Understand financial and legal constraints and measure and record progress against budget

Training and Qualifications

• As part of your apprenticeship, you will be enrolled onto a Construction Site Supervisor level 4 apprenticeship which will take approximately 39 months to complete
• You will be fully supported by our partnered college to achieve this qualification, having 1-2-1 advice and support, e-learning materials, and a whole team of experts on hand for advice and technical knowledge at your office
• GCSE Maths and English (grade C/4 or above); communicate your other qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Patience
• Physical fitness
• GCSE Maths and English Grade C/4 or completed level 3 construction apprenticeships or minimum of 5 years experience in construction site role
• Full UK driver’s license
• DBS requirement
• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age; random drug and alcohol testing may be required

About the employer

Amey is a leading infrastructure services and engineering company. Our 11,000 people are behind the critical services the country relies on every day and we each take personal pride in our public service. Our unique engineering and operations experience, together with data driven insight from our consulting business, delivers better results for our clients. We are trusted partners of Government - both national and local - managing assets and complex projects that are vital to the country.