Road Marking Supervisor

Marlborough Highways; Ingrave; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to 24/7 GP Service

Accident and Life Cover

Annual and Monthly Employee Awards

Training and Development Opportunities

Death in Service Cover

Private Pension

Free on site Parking

Two Paid Volunteer days per year

Job summary

Marlborough Highways is seeking a dedicated Road Marking Supervisor to lead our road marking division on projects ranging from local roads to major highways. The role will be based in the Brentwood area with travel across London, Essex, and surrounding regions.

You will oversee daily operations for our road marking teams, ensuring safe, accurate installation of thermoplastic, MMA and other markings, and manage site activities while liaising with clients and stakeholders to uphold excellence,

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory experience on road marking highways works.
• Strong knowledge of road marking techniques, materials and standards.
• Valid UK driving licence.
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Road Marking or highways maintenance.
• NHSS Sector 7 Road Marking tickets or willingness to obtain.
• CSCS Gold Card or willingness to obtain.
• 12D/Chapter 8 Traffic Management certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise road marking gangs on site, allocate tasks and monitor progress.
• Oversee safe application of thermoplastic and cold-applied markings.
• Conduct site briefings and ensure health & safety compliance.
• Liaise with clients, authorities, and project teams to coordinate works.
• Manage materials, plant and equipment; ensure proper usage and maintenance.
• Carry out quality checks, record keeping and reporting of daily progress.
• Mentor operatives and trainees and promote a safety culture.
• Assist with planning upcoming works and contribute to improvements.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Road marking knowledge

Strong communication

Leadership

Organisational skills

Health & safety focus

Willingness to work nights/weekends

Valid UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Road Marking or Highways Maintenance

NHSS Sector 7 Road Marking tickets

12D/Chapter 8 Traffic Management certification

CSCS Gold Card (or willingness to obtain)

Tools

NHSS Sector 7 (Road Marking) tickets

Job description

Here at Marlborough Highways we are seeking a dedicated Road Marking Supervisor to join our skilled Road Marking Division and lead teams on projects ranging from local roads to major highways. The Road Marking Supervisor will be based in the Brentwood area (with travel across London, Essex, and surrounding regions). As Road Marking Supervisor, you'll oversee daily operations for our road marking teams, ensuring safe, accurate, and high-quality installation of permanent and temporary thermoplastic, MMA, and other markings. You'll manage site activities, coordinate with clients and stakeholders, and uphold our commitment to excellence, safety, and efficiency on highway maintenance contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise road marking gangs on site, including allocation of tasks, monitoring progress, and ensuring work meets specifications and drawings.
• Oversee the safe application of thermoplastic and cold-applied markings on roads, car parks, playgrounds, and highways.
• Conduct site briefings, tool-box talks, and ensure full compliance with health & safety regulations, Chapter 8 traffic management, and NHSS Sector 7 standards.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, project managers, and other site teams to coordinate works and resolve issues.
• Manage materials, plant, and equipment; ensure correct usage and maintenance.
• Carry out quality checks, record keeping, and reporting on daily progress, materials used, and any incidents.
• Promote a positive safety culture and mentor team members, including operatives and trainees.
• Assist with planning upcoming works and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Proven supervisory/chargehand experience in road marking highways works (thermoplastic/MMA application preferred).
• Strong knowledge of road marking techniques, materials, and industry standards.
• Valid UK driving licence.
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Road Marking, Highways Maintenance, or similar
• Supervisor/Operative tickets under NHSS Sector 7 (Road Marking).
• CSCS gold card (or willing to obtain).
• 12D/Chapter 8 Traffic Management certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience working on live highways, understanding of traffic management setups, and ability to work nights/weekends when required.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Commitment to health & safety, quality, and delivering work to tight deadlines.

Benefits

• Access to 24/7 GP Service
• Accident and Life Cover
• Annual and Month Employee Awards
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Death in Service Cover
• Private Pension
• Free on site Parking
• Two Paid Volunteer days per year

Our Values

We know people matter: We respect, care and invest in our people, the communities in which we work and our common future. We are open, honest and above all fair.

We take pride in everything we do: We speak positively, deliver quality, act safely. Always.

We have spirit: We promote a positive atmosphere and energy, through inclusivity, brilliant team working and friendships. Driving success so we all win.

We are bold: We are confident, optimistic and trust in our ability. We look forward and are excited about our progressive future.

Marlborough Highways is an equal opportunities employer that celebrates difference. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We promote a culture of respect and fairness for all employees and are committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities for everyone. If you feel you could benefit from any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.