Lineside Civils Supervisor

Randstad Cpe London; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE London is seeking a Lineside Civils Supervisor to support rail infrastructure projects around Newcastle, Durham & Darlington. You will oversee live-site civils works including drainage, troughing routes, foundations, access improvements, and asset renewals while maintaining safety and programme deadlines.

You'll lead site teams, review SWPs, WPPs and RAMS, and ensure compliance with Network Rail standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supervising rail civils projects.
• Valid SSSTS or SMSTS.
• PTS certification.
• CSCS Gold Supervisor or Black Manager Card.
• Strong understanding of Network Rail standards, Safe Work Packs and WPPs, Sentinel compliance.
• Possessions and access planning and safe systems of work within the rail environment.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate site teams.
• Ensure all works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with project programmes.
• Review and implement Safe Work Packs (SWPs), Work Package Plans (WPPs), RAMS, and permits.
• Deliver site briefings, task briefings, and Toolbox Talks.
• Promote compliance with Network Rail standards, Sentinel requirements, and safe systems of work.
• Liaise with COSSs, Safe Work Leaders, Project Managers, and site stakeholders.
• Monitor progress, quality, and productivity across all civils activities.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure all incidents, close calls, and safety concerns are reported and addressed.
• Manage materials, plant, logistics, and site records.

Skills

Rail civils supervision

Safety leadership

Site coordination

Stakeholder liaison

Education

SSSTS or SMSTS

PTS certification

CSCS Gold Supervisor or Black Manager Card

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Lineside Civils Supervisor

Northeast | Rail Infrastructure Projects

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Lineside Civils Supervisor to support the delivery of rail infrastructure projects across Newcastle Durham & Darlington.

Working within a live railway environment, you'll oversee site teams delivering a variety of civils activities including drainage, troughing routes, foundations, access improvements, cable works, retaining structures, earthworks, and asset renewal projects.

This role requires a strong commitment to safety, quality, and programme delivery, ensuring works are completed in compliance with Network Rail standards and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate site teams.
• Ensure all works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with project programmes.
• Review and implement Safe Work Packs (SWPs), Work Package Plans (WPPs), RAMS, and permits.
• Deliver site briefings, task briefings, and Toolbox Talks.
• Promote compliance with Network Rail standards, Sentinel requirements, and safe systems of work.
• Liaise with COSSs, Safe Work Leaders, Project Managers, and site stakeholders.
• Monitor progress, quality, and productivity across all civils activities.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure all incidents, close calls, and safety concerns are reported and addressed.
• Manage materials, plant, logistics, and site records.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience supervising rail civils projects.
• Valid SSSTS or SMSTS.
• PTS certification.
• CSCS Gold Supervisor or Black Manager Card.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Network Rail standards
  • Safe Work Packs and WPPs
  • Sentinel compliance
  • Possessions and access planning
  • Safe systems of work within the rail environment
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• COSS or Safe Work Leader competency.
• First Aid at Work.
• NRSWA, CAT & Genny, or additional rail competencies.
• Experience working on Network Rail frameworks or Tier 1 contractor projects.

About You

You'll be a safety-led supervisor with proven experience delivering civils works in a live railway environment. Confident leading teams and managing subcontractors, you'll ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest standards.

Experience in lineside drainage, troughing, cable routes, REB/LOC foundations, fencing, access works, earthworks, and rail asset renewals is highly desirable.