Highways Supervisor

Dowhigh Ltd; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional construction company is seeking a Highways Maintenance Supervisor in the Northwest Region. You will supervise operatives, coordinate various tasks, and ensure that all work is completed safely and to a high standard. Relevant certifications including SSSTS or SMSTS, as well as a proven background in civils/groundworks projects, are required. The position offers full-time hours with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

On site parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Company Pension

20 days holiday rising to 23 days

Additional holiday after 5 years

Qualifications

• Demonstrable focus on safety.
• Proven experience as a working foreman on civils/groundworks projects.
• Ability to work flexible shifts (days & nights).

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead operatives on site.
• Ensure works are completed safely and on time.
• Conduct daily briefings and enforce health and safety protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Health and Safety Procedures

Teamwork

Education

Valid SSSTS or SMSTS Certification

CSCS Black/Gold Card

Street Works Qualification

Full UK Driving License

Job description

Overview

We are currently recruiting for a Highways Maintenance Supervisor to join our Highways team working around the Northwest Region. Netherton is easily commutable from the Liverpool City Region, Warrington, Widnes, Runcorn, Preston, the west side of Greater Manchester and the surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead operatives on site.
• Coordinate tasks including drainage, kerbing, ducting, concrete and tarmac works.
• Ensure works are completed safely, on time and to a high standard.
• Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks and enforce health and safety protocols.
• Liaise with site managers, engineers and subcontractors.
• Monitor progress and report to the contracts manager.
• Maintain a safe and tidy working environment.
• Carry out site inspections & audits and report Safety Observations.
• Manage productivity and identify methods to reduce costs and maximise profitability.

Requirements

• Valid SSSTS or SMSTS certification.
• CSCS Black/Gold card (Foreman/Supervisor level).
• Street Works qualification.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Proven experience as a working foreman on civils/groundworks projects.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of site health and safety procedure.
• Ability to work flexible shifts (days & nights).
• Experience in workflow local authority job specification systems.

Person Specification

• Displays a demonstrable focus on safety.
• Client Focussed.
• Works well as part of a team.
• Able to plan, organise and prioritise own workload.
• Adopts a systematic and logical approach to tasks.
• Able to absorb and impart factual information to others.
• Driven to achieve results whilst maintaining quality and standards.
• Confident in both written and verbal communication.
• Competent IT skills.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time, Monday – Friday.
• Hours of work: 7.00 am – 4.30 pm.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• On site parking.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Full or Part Time hours considered.
• Company Pension.
• 20 days holiday rising to 23 days upon successful completion of 6 months’ probation period.
• Additional day’s holiday after 5 years continuous service up to a maximum of 30 days.