Piling Foreman: Lead Crane & Pile Ops on UK Projects

Laing O'Rourke; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Pension scheme

Healthcare benefits

Ongoing training and development

Long-term career opportunities

Opportunity to work on major UK infra

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke's Expanded Piling division seeks experienced Piling Foremen to lead teams on major infrastructure projects across the UK, including Port Talbot. As a directly employed member of our workforce, you’ll drive delivery while enjoying clear career growth opportunities.

You will lead safety, ensure compliance with instructions and permits, act as Crane Supervisor and Pile Protection Inspector, read drawings, and guide site operatives.

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 on site.
• Ability to lead site operatives as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the achievement of safety targets and promote zero-tolerance to unsafe practices.
• Ensure works follow Work Instructions, Method Statements and Risk Assessments.
• Ensure all permits are in place prior to works, including Platform Permits.
• Act as Crane Supervisor and Pile Protection Inspector.
• Ensure quality of constructed works complies with specifications and raise NCRs as needed.
• Understand pile designs to deliver on site.
• Complete site paperwork weekly and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Piling Foreman

LDR piling

CFA piling

Safety leadership

Interpret drawings

Education

CPCS Skilled Worker Card (Blue)

Gold Supervisor Card (NVQ Level 3)

Job description

Laing O'Rourke's Expanded Piling division seeks experienced Piling Foremen to lead teams on major infrastructure projects across the UK, including Port Talbot. As a directly employed member of our workforce, you’ll drive delivery while enjoying clear career growth opportunities.

You will lead safety, ensure compliance with instructions and permits, act as Crane Supervisor and Pile Protection Inspector, read drawings, and guide site operatives.