Site Chargehand: Lead & Safety Champion for Infra Projects

Distribution; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Aureos Infrastructure Services Limited is seeking a capable Chargehand to lead and support a team on infrastructure projects in the UK. You will bridge the gap between site management and workers, ensuring daily tasks are performed safely, efficiently and to high industry standards.

You will provide hands-on leadership, monitor progress, and ensure materials and tools are available to keep operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2+ years in a supervisory or lead hand role in construction, civil engineering or infrastructure services.
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure construction techniques, materials and equipment.
• Leadership and communication skills with the ability to delegate and resolve minor conflicts.
• Health and safety awareness with CSCS/SSSTS or equivalent certifications.
• Ability to troubleshoot on-site challenges and adapt to changing project demands.

Responsibilities

• Direct, motivate, and supervise a team of operatives and tradespeople on-site.
• Work hands-on with the team to assist with tasks as required.
• Enforce health, safety and environmental policies and PPE usage.
• Monitor work quality to meet project specs and standards.
• Coordinate tools, equipment and materials to minimize downtime.
• Provide regular progress updates between site supervision and workforce.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Health & Safety Knowledge

Problem-Solving

Site Operations Understanding

Job description

Aureos Infrastructure Services Limited is seeking a capable Chargehand to lead and support a team on infrastructure projects in the UK. You will bridge the gap between site management and workers, ensuring daily tasks are performed safely, efficiently and to high industry standards.

You will provide hands-on leadership, monitor progress, and ensure materials and tools are available to keep operations running smoothly.