Rail Projects Foreman — Safety‑Focused Team Lead

VolkerWessels UK Ltd.; Doncaster, Sheffield, Scunthorpe; Remote; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Birthday day off

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Shopping vouchers & discounts

Training & development programs

Family-friendly policies

Employee Assistance Programme

Health and wellbeing support

Job summary

VolkerRail is seeking a proactive Foreman to lead on-site teams across UK rail projects, ensuring safety, quality and productivity. The role involves coordinating direct labour, subcontractors and plant operators, with the flexibility to travel regularly to key locations across the country.

A full UK driving licence is essential. You will work within the Metro & Rail Projects team, driving safe delivery of rail infrastructure, and reporting to Project Managers while supporting safety and quality

Qualifications

• Experience leading site teams in rail, construction, or related operations.
• Strong health, safety and quality awareness on site.
• Excellent communication with teams, subcontractors and clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise on-site teams including direct labour, subcontractors and plant operators.
• Deliver work packages in line with safety, quality, programme and budget.
• Ensure activities comply with safety and quality standards.
• Implement instructions from Project Managers, Safety Managers and clients.
• Drive productivity and performance to meet project objectives.
• Promote safe working practices and positive team culture on site.
• Conduct safety inspections and support investigations where needed.
• Prepare weekly reports on site activities.
• Identify training needs and support competence management.
• Build relationships with colleagues, contractors and clients.
• Support the Supervisor or Senior Foreman as required.

Skills

Leadership

Health & Safety

Communication

Problem-solving

Driving licence

Job description

VolkerRail is seeking a proactive Foreman to lead on-site teams across UK rail projects, ensuring safety, quality and productivity. The role involves coordinating direct labour, subcontractors and plant operators, with the flexibility to travel regularly to key locations across the country.

A full UK driving licence is essential. You will work within the Metro & Rail Projects team, driving safe delivery of rail infrastructure, and reporting to Project Managers while supporting safety and quality