Lead Foreperson – Roads & Asphalt Operations

Tarmac; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Retail discounts via rewards site

Employee Assistance helpline

Job summary

JB Riney is seeking an experienced Foreperson to lead our operational team at the Wick Lane site in Bow, London. You will own site activities, ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards, while developing high-performing teams.

We value hands-on leadership with a strong focus on quality, safety and operational excellence. Join us to help deliver essential highway and infrastructure projects across London and contribute to a dynamic, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Essential experience working with machine-lay asphalt gangs.
• Previous Foreperson/Foreman experience in civil engineering, highways or road surfacing.
• Strong leadership and people management skills; able to motivate teams and subcontractors.
• Proactive approach to health, safety, quality and performance.
• Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple resources on busy sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead machine-lay asphalt gangs and oversee day-to-day site operations.
• Ensure all workers and subcontractors are inducted and receive toolbox talks.
• Review and update risk assessments to maintain a safe working environment.
• Manage timesheets and coordinate labour, plant, materials and subcontractor resources.
• Supervise construction activities to deliver on time, within budget and to quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry best practices.
• Coach and develop site teams to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Machine-lay asphalt ops

Team leadership

Health and safety focus

Project coordination

Site supervision

Tools

Risk assessment proficiency

Job description

JB Riney is seeking an experienced Foreperson to lead our operational team at the Wick Lane site in Bow, London. You will own site activities, ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards, while developing high-performing teams.

We value hands-on leadership with a strong focus on quality, safety and operational excellence. Join us to help deliver essential highway and infrastructure projects across London and contribute to a dynamic, inclusive workplace.