Site Manager

CV Technical; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aggregates company in Knowsley is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee day-to-day operations on a busy site. This role involves managing a team, ensuring safety compliance, and achieving production targets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aggregates or civil engineering, along with proven leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary between £45,000 to £52,000, overtime benefits, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Overtime pay

20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

NEST pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in aggregates or civil engineering operations.
• Proven track record as a Site Manager or Senior Supervisor.
• Strong knowledge of crushing, screening, and wash plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site activities to ensure efficient operations.
• Lead site personnel and manage training and performance.
• Responsible for health, safety, and environmental compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Health and Safety Management

Operational Efficiency

Performance Management

Commercial Awareness

Job description

Site Manager

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of a busy aggregates site. This position has become available due to a leaver and offers the opportunity to step into a well-established operation with strong support from the Operations Manager and genuine scope for progression.

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you will oversee a team of 8 operators and ensure the safe, efficient, and profitable running of the site.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will be accountable for all operational, safety, and performance aspects of the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily site activities to ensure efficient material flow and productivity.
• Prevent operational bottlenecks and maintain smooth site operations.
• Work closely with the Wash Plant Manager to align output with demand.
• Manage crushing, screening, and yard operations to achieve production targets.
• Lead and develop site personnel, ensuring effective supervision, training, and performance management.
• Allocate resources effectively to meet operational requirements.
• Take full responsibility for health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Conduct site inspections, manage incident investigations, and enforce PPE standards.
• Promote a strong safety culture across the workforce.
• Oversee plant and equipment performance, ensuring maintenance is planned to minimise downtime.
• Maintain quality standards for processed materials.
• Provide structured reporting to senior management and elevate risks with practical solutions.
• Monitor costs and drive continuous improvement across the site.

About You

• Background in aggregates or civil engineering operations
• Previous experience as a Site Manager or Senior Supervisor
• Strong working knowledge of crushing, screening, and wash plant operations
• Proven leadership and people management skills
• Excellent understanding of health, safety, and environmental standards
• Commercial awareness with a focus on efficiency and cost control

What's on Offer

• £45,000 - £52,000 basic salary
• Overtime paid at £25 per hour
• Days-based role (7:00am - 5:00pm)
• 20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• NEST pension scheme

If you are an experienced Site Manager looking for a stable, days-based role with long-term prospects in the aggregates sector, we would like to hear from you