Site Manager Newport

Matchtech Group; Newport; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Healthcare

Annual leave

Cycle to work

Employee Assistance Programme

Career development

Inclusive working environment

Job summary

Matchtech Group is seeking a Site Manager to oversee construction and utility projects in and around Newport. This permanent role targets an experienced M&E/Cabling/HV Site Manager with strong site operations, health and safety leadership and subcontractor management.

Candidate will demonstrate a deep understanding of trenching, deep excavations, reinforced concrete works, duct installation and cable pulling with a current SMSTS accreditation and valid driving licence.

Qualifications

• Experience in site management within energy/utilities sectors.
• Capable of managing direct staff and subcontractors.
• Strong knowledge of RAMS, RAMS reviews, and RAMS documentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site operations and direct employees and subcontractors.
• Issue work permits and maintain RAMS and CDM compliance.
• Lead site inductions, safety inspections and daily briefings.

Skills

Leadership

Health & Safety

Contract management

Communication

Education

SMSTS accreditation

Job description

Our client, a leading organisation in the energy and infrastructure sector, is seeking a Site Manager to oversee construction and utility projects in and around Newport. This permanent role would suit an experienced M&E Site Manager, Cabling Site Manager or HV Site Manager with a strong background in managing site operations, health and safety, and subcontractor teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing direct employees, subcontractors and site activities to ensure successful project delivery
• Implementing CDM checklist requirements and maintaining high standards of site compliance
• Conducting site inductions, health and safety inspections and regular safety briefings
• Reviewing and amending Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
• Issuing work permits, including permit-to-dig documentation
• Co-ordinating the hire and off-hire of plant, equipment and materials
• Maintaining accurate site diaries and holding daily briefings
• Overseeing activities including trenching, deep excavations, reinforced concrete works, duct installation and cable pulling

Job Requirements:

• Experience in site management within the power, energy, water, gas, highways or wider utilities sector
• Experience as an M&E Site Manager, Cabling Site Manager or HV Site Manager
• Strong understanding of trenching, deep excavations, reinforced concrete works, duct installation and cable pulling
• Current SMSTS accreditation
• Good knowledge of CDM regulations, RAMS, work permits and site safety procedures
• Confident leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage employees and subcontractors
• Full and valid driving licence, with the ability to travel between sites

Benefits:

• Pension and healthcare benefits
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Employee discounts through a dedicated benefits programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Career development and professional support
• Inclusive working environment with support for reasonable adjustments