Site Manager

Oakley Food Projects Ltd; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakley Food Projects Ltd is seeking a Site Manager to join our team. This pivotal role oversees the construction and fit-out of a production facility for fresh produce, ensuring work meets our high standards of quality and safety while coordinating with subcontractors and site staff.

The position is a PAYE fixed-term contract for the duration of the project (est. 8 months). Candidates must be able to commute daily to site in Walsall WS2 9RX and hold SMSTS and First Aid at Work qualifications.

Qualifications

• SMSTS certificate required.
• First Aid at Work (3-day) required.
• IPAF 3a/3b preferred.
• Forklift Licence preferred.
• Fire Marshall preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee one construction project and ensure that completed work meets the standards and quality required whilst following a project critical path and schedule requirements.
• On-site ownership of projects from acceptance of quote through to completion.
• On-site management of sub-contractors.
• Enforcing on-site Health and Safety Management, completing on-site work permits. Making sure everyone onsite is wearing PPE.
• Update the Construction Phase Plan (CPP) and Project Risk Assessment (inc. fire).
• Ensure work is completed in a timely manner.
• Reporting on project progress to senior managers and stakeholders, including photo evidence of this.
• Conducting quality and safety inspections. Be able to interpret and understand technical drawings, ensuring work is finished to the agreed standards.
• Maintaining quality control checks.
• Day to day problem solving and dealing with any issues that arise.
• Signing off completed work.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Time management

Problem solving

Job description

Oakley Food Projects is a family-owned business dedicated to being a reliable partner for food and beverage manufacturers. We specialize in turnkey design, build, and fit-out of production, clean room, and temperature-controlled facilities, while fostering an inclusive environment where every employee is valued.

Summary

We are seeking a Site Manager to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role involves overseeing the construction and fit-out of a production facility for fresh produce, that meet our high standards of quality and safety. As a Site Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our projects align with Oakley's mission of excellence and reliability.

This is a PAYE fixed-term contract for the duration of the project, est. 8-months.

Candidate must be able to commute to site daily in Walsall WS2 9RX.

Responsibilities

• Oversee one construction project and ensure that completed work meets the standards and quality required whilst following a project critical path and schedule requirements.
• On-site ownership of projects from acceptance of quote through to completion.
• On-site management of sub-contractors.
• Enforcing on-site Health and Safety Management, completing on-site work permits. Making sure everyone onsite is wearing PPE.
• Update the Construction Phase Plan (CPP) and Project Risk Assessment (inc. fire).
• Ensure work is completed in a timely manner.
• Reporting on project progress to senior managers and stakeholders, including photo evidence of this.
• Conducting quality and safety inspections. Be able to interpret and understand technical drawings, ensuring work is finished to the agreed standards.
• Maintaining quality control checks.
• Day to day problem solving and dealing with any issues that arise.
• Signing off completed work.

Certifications

• SMSTS (required)
• First Aid at Work (3-day) (required)
• IPAF 3a & 3b (preferred)
• Forklift Licence (preferred)
• Fire Marshall (preferred)

Competencies

• Strong communication skills with the ability to confidently communicate with management team, sub-contractors, and clients F2F, via telephone and email.
• Able to build rapport with sub-contractors.
• Good standard of organisation and time management.
• Ability to act on own initiative and able to issue clear instructions to sub-contractors.
• Good attention to detail, ensuring work is completed and signed off against POs raised.
• Problem-solving abilities to produce creative solutions to on-site challenges.