Senior General Foreman

Bennett And Game Recruitment

Peacehaven

On-site

GBP 65,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

Life assurance - 4x annual salary

Company pension - up to 8%

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Extensive training and development

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee benefits platform

Free on-site parking

Company social calendar and charity

Career progression opportunities

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Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment seeks a Senior General Foreman for a major bridge/infraa project near Seaford, East Sussex. Lead site teams, subcontractors and plant, ensuring works align with the programme and safety standards.

You will manage daily records, materials, and environmental/safety compliance while driving productivity and quality across heavy civils activities.

Qualifications

Proven experience as a Senior General Foreman / General Foreman in heavy civil engineering or infrastructure.
Strong experience in highways and earthworks operations.
Experience working for a main contractor would be advantageous.
Confident managing site teams, operatives and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

Direct and supervise operatives and subcontractors on site.
Ensure works are completed in accordance with the site programme.
Contribute to programme preparation and planning.
Plan and order materials and plant to meet programme requirements.
Maintain accurate daily records of works undertaken.
Ensure all plant is suitable for the task and complies with current legislation.
Ensure environmental systems and procedures are implemented effectively.
Monitor works to ensure compliance with company quality, health & safety and environmental policies.
Drive productivity while maintaining high standards of workmanship and safety.
Work closely with site management and project teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills

SMSTS certified

CSCS certified

Lift Supervisor

NRSWA Supervisor

Full UK Driving Licence

Leadership & people management

On-site safety & QA

Job description

Bennett & Game are pleased to be working with a leading civil engineering contractor who are seeking an experienced Senior General Foreman to join an £11m bridge replacement project near Seaford, East Sussex. The project is currently underway and is expected to run through to early 2028, involving the construction of a new bridge over the River Cuckmere alongside a wide range of heavy civil engineering activities. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior General Foreman with a strong background in heavy civils, highways and earthworks to take a leading role on a complex infrastructure project.

Key Responsibilities

Direct and supervise operatives and subcontractors on site.
Ensure works are completed in accordance with the site programme.
Contribute to programme preparation and planning.
Plan and order materials and plant to meet programme requirements.
Maintain accurate daily records of works undertaken.
Ensure all plant is suitable for the task and complies with current legislation.
Ensure environmental systems and procedures are implemented effectively.
Monitor works to ensure compliance with company quality, health & safety and environmental policies.
Drive productivity while maintaining high standards of workmanship and safety.
Work closely with site management and project teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Role Requirements

Proven experience as a Senior General Foreman / General Foreman within heavy civil engineering or infrastructure.
Strong experience in highways and earthworks operations.
Experience working for a main contractor would be advantageous.
Confident managing site teams, operatives and subcontractors.
Strong people management and communication skills.
Ability to drive productivity while maintaining high standards of health, safety and quality.
SMSTS certification is essential.
CSCS certification is essential.
Lift Supervisor and NRSWA Supervisor qualifications would be advantageous.
Full UK driving licence.

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