Senior Highways Supervisor

NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL; Carr; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Pension scheme

Training & qualifications

Health plan

Discount schemes

Job summary

NY Highways is seeking a Senior Supervisor to lead operations across the Whitby and Scarborough area. Based at Seamer Carr depot, with travel to Whitby, you will oversee teams, coordinate works and ensure safety and quality across a varied coastal, rural and urban network.

The role offers real leadership responsibility, a clear progression path, and long-term partnership opportunities with North Yorkshire Council. Experience in highways/construction is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience at Supervisor / Agent / Foreman / Manager level.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Understanding of highways delivery, construction processes and safety standards.
• Knowledge of NEC, ICE, JCT contracts and CDM regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop Supervisors, operatives and subcontractors.
• Plan and coordinate daily operations and longer-term works programmes.
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Monitor performance, productivity and budgets to meet delivery targets.
• Represent NY Highways at client and stakeholder meetings.
• Carry out site inspections, audits and compliance checks.
• Support emergency response and out-of-hours operations.
• Mentor and support the next generation of supervisors and leaders.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Highways delivery

Tools

NEC contracts

CDM regulations

Job description

Salary: From £49,238.73 per year
Grade: 9
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week
Location:Seamer Carr, North Yorkshire

with travel to Whitby.

Lead from the Front. Shape the Future of North Yorkshire’s Roads.

Looking for a role where your leadership genuinely makes a difference?

At NY Highways, we’re responsible for keeping one of the country’s most scenic and diverse road networks safe, reliable and moving. We’re now looking for a Senior Highways Supervisor to lead operations across the Whitby and Scarborough area combining coastal, rural and urban environments.

This is more than a supervisory role. It’s an opportunity to influence how we deliver, develop people, and continuously improve the service we provide to communities across North Yorkshire. You will predominately be based at our Seamer Carr depot but with travel to Whitby as well.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Work in a stunning coastal location – from the North York Moors to the Yorkshire Coast
• Real leadership responsibility – lead teams, shape delivery, and influence decisions
• Clear progression pathway – develop into senior operational leadership roles
• Variety of work – from reactive maintenance to major schemes
• Job security – long-term partnership with North Yorkshire Council

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Senior Supervisor, you will play a key role in delivering safe, efficient and high-quality highways services. You will:

• Lead, motivate and develop Supervisors, operatives and subcontractors
• Plan and coordinate daily operations and longer-term works programmes
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety, environmental and quality standards
• Monitor performance, productivity and budgets to meet delivery targets
• Represent NY Highways at client and stakeholder meetings
• Carry out site inspections, audits and compliance checks
• Support emergency response and out-of-hours operations
• Deputise for the Operations Manager when required
• Mentor and support the next generation of supervisors and leaders

We’re keen to hear from experienced highways or construction professionals who:

• Have proven experience at Supervisor / Agent / Foreman / Manager level
• Bring strong leadership and people management skills
• Understand highways delivery, construction processes and safety standards
• Have knowledge of contracts (NEC, ICE, JCT) and CDM regulations
• Are adaptable, resilient and comfortable working in a 24/7 operational environment

What You’ll Get in Return

• Competitive salary with annual pay progression
• Generous paid Annual leave starting at 24 days, increasing to 29 days with 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays Company vehicle for business use
• Pension scheme (up to 6% employer contribution)
• Ongoing training and development, including recognised qualifications
• Health cash plan, Occupational Health & Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to discount schemes, Cycle to Work, and more
• A supportive organisation that genuinely invests in its people

Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 29th November 2026

Interviews planned to take place w/c 7th December

We reserve the right to remove this vacancy in the event of the position being filled before the proposed deadline.

NY Highways is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief.

We will not accept applications from agencies and can only consider applications from individuals with right to work within the UK.

At NY Highways, safety is a core principle. We are dedicated to the health and safety of our employees and the public. To maintain a safe work environment, we enforce a strict substance misuse policy. Employees must report to work fit for duty and free from drugs or alcohol. New employees will undergo mandatory drug and alcohol testing, with random tests conducted throughout employment. Adherence to this policy is essential for upholding our safety standards and ensuring the integrity of our operations.