Piling Foreman

Expanded; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Company pension scheme

Healthcare benefits

Ongoing training and development

Long-term career opportunities

Major infrastructure projects across  

Job summary

Expanded Piling, part of Laing O'Rourke, is seeking experienced Piling Foremen for major infrastructure projects across the UK. You will lead site teams, ensure safety targets, and oversee piling operations on challenging sites.

Join a directly employed workforce with strong career growth, competitive pay, pension, healthcare, and ongoing training across national opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Piling Foreman.
• Experience with LDR and CFA piling operations.
• Strong understanding of piling techniques, procedures and safety requirements.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Committed to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the achievement of Laing O'Rourke safety targets and promote a zero-tolerance approach to unsafe working practices and occurrences.
• Ensure works are carried out in accordance with Work Instructions, Method Statements, Risk Assessments, Lift Plans and Environmental Plans.
• Ensure all permits are in place prior to work commencing, including Platform Permits and Permits to Dig.
• Act as Crane Supervisor and Pile Protection Inspector.
• Ensure the quality of constructed works complies with agreed specifications and raise NCRs where required.
• Be aware of the technical requirements of pile designs and specifications to ensure successful delivery on site.
• Ensure all site paperwork is completed correctly and submitted to the office on a weekly basis.
• Maintain accurate records and provide necessary data to maximise financial recovery.

Skills

Piling leadership

Team supervision

Safety compliance

Reading drawings

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

CPCS Skilled Worker Card (Blue)

Gold Supervisor Card (NVQ Level 3)

Job description

We're Hiring

• Piling Forman (Expanded Piling)

Location

• National Opportunities Across the UK/Port Talbot

Expanded Piling, part of Laing O'Rourke, is looking for experienced Piling Foremen to join our teams on major infrastructure and construction projects across the UK.

As part of our directly employed workforce, you'll play a key role in delivering some of the UK's most complex and iconic projects whilst enjoying excellent career growth opportunities.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Company pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits
• Ongoing training and development
• Long-term career opportunities
• Opportunity to work on major infrastructure projects across the UK

Key Duties

• Lead the achievement of Laing O'Rourke safety targets and promote a zero-tolerance approach to unsafe working practices and occurrences.
• Ensure works are carried out in accordance with Work Instructions, Method Statements, Risk Assessments, Lift Plans and Environmental Plans.
• Ensure all permits are in place prior to work commencing, including Platform Permits and Permits to Dig.
• Act as Crane Supervisor and Pile Protection Inspector.
• Ensure the quality of constructed works complies with agreed specifications and raise NCRs where required.
• Be aware of the technical requirements of pile designs and specifications to ensure successful delivery on site.
• Ensure all site paperwork is completed correctly and submitted to the office on a weekly basis.
• Maintain accurate records and provide necessary data to maximise financial recovery.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Piling Foreman.
• Experience with LDR and CFA piling operations.
• Strong understanding of piling techniques, procedures and safety requirements.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and lead site operatives.

Essential Qualifications

• CPCS Skilled Worker Card (Blue)
• Gold Supervisor Card (NVQ Level 3)

About Us

Laing O'Rourke is an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects across the UK, Middle East and Australia.

With more than 150 years of experience, we continue to deliver some of the world's most challenging and innovative construction projects.

For further information, please contact the Trade Specialists Team: [e-mail]