Site Supervisor

Brett; Chichester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous pension

25 days annual leave

Life assurance

Career development

Free onsite parking

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced parental leave

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discounts

Plus more!

Job summary

Brett Aggregates, the UK's largest independent supplier of aggregates, seeks a Site Supervisor for its new railhead in Chichester. You will safely load/unload aggregates, manage stock and oversee rail deliveries, ensuring high safety and service standards.

Requirements include health and safety focus, rail and plant operation experience, NVQ Level 2 or equivalent, and strong paperwork skills to maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• Experience in aggregates or similar industry preferred.
• Operated mobile plant and understood safety procedures.
• Capable of completing operational records accurately.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of health, safety and environmental compliance on site.
• Oversee receipt and discharge of aggregates by rail safely and efficiently.
• Load customer and collection vehicles using mobile plant equipment.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors, ensuring site procedures are followed.
• Manage day-to-day railhead operations with good housekeeping.
• Act as primary contact for customers, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Carry out inspections, quality checks and record keeping.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, efficiency and service.

Skills

Health & Safety

Rail operations

Heavy plant operation

Independent working

Documentation

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Tools

IT proficiency

Job description

About The Role

Brett Aggregates are the UK's largest independent supplier of aggregates. As part of our continued growth across the South Coast, we have recently opened a new railhead facility in Chichester. We are now looking for a Site Supervisor to join our team and play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the site.

This is a varied, hands-on role where you will be responsible for the safe and efficient loading and unloading of aggregates using heavy plant equipment, including the discharge of materials from freight trains, management of stockpiles, and loading customer vehicles. You will also oversee rail deliveries, carry out quality checks, complete operational documentation, and support the smooth running of the site to ensure high standards of safety, service and operational performance are maintained at all times.

If you enjoy working in a practical environment, take pride in delivering high-quality work, and are looking to be part of an exciting new operation, we'd love to hear from you.

About Your Role

• Take ownership of health, safety and environmental compliance on site, ensuring a safe working environment for colleagues, contractors and visitors.
• Oversee the receipt and discharge of aggregate deliveries by rail, ensuring operations are carried out safely and efficiently.
• Load customer and collection vehicles using mobile plant equipment and ensure the correct documentation and tickets are issued.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors working on site, ensuring all activities are completed in line with site procedures and safety requirements.
• Manage the day-to-day operational activities of the railhead, maintaining high standards of housekeeping, efficiency and service.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the site, building positive relationships with customers, suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Carry out routine inspections, quality checks and operational record keeping to support the smooth running of the facility.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of site performance, identifying opportunities to enhance safety, efficiency and customer service.

We're Looking For

• A self-motivated and proactive individual who can work independently and take ownership of the day-to-day presentation and operation of the site.
• A strong commitment to health, safety and environmental standards, with a good understanding of safe working practices.
• A willingness to embrace Brett values and ways of working, contributing positively to the wider team.
• Previous experience within the aggregates industry, including the operation of mobile plant, ideally supported by a NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent.
• Experience of rail discharge operations and associated site activities would be advantageous.
• Good IT and administrative skills, with the ability to accurately complete operational records and documentation.

We'll Offer You

• A competitivesalary
• Generous pension
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Career and professional development
• Free onsite parking
• Employee assistance programme
• Enhanced parental leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discounts
• Plus more!

About Us

Brett is the UK’s largest independently owned building materials Group with over 60 sites across the South, South East, East and Midlands and employing over 750 people.

As a part of the Brett Group, Brett Aggregates supplies sand and gravel, crushed rock and coated products from both land-based and marine sources. With extensive reserves throughout the South and South East, our capability is reinforced by strategic wharves and rail hubs, ensuring consistent supply to major contracts as well as local customers alike.

With a reputation for excellence, we offer superb development opportunities to people keen to be part of our continued growth. As an independent business we can offer real job satisfaction in an environment which encourages you to contribute, supports you in getting the job done and enables you to become part of a team that delivers building materials for big ideas.

Why Join Brett

• Our people are individuals, we value your input and support you in your professional development.
• We see our people as our greatest strength.
• We work hard to create inclusive environments.
• Grow your skills with ongoing opportunities – our business thrives when our people are at their best, we encourage and support ongoing learning and development.

Brett Group operates an Equal Opportunities Policy and monitoring.We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination in recruitment and employment. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discrimination and are committed to acting professionally and fairly in all our relationships and business dealings. This is not only a legal requirement but is vital for our brand, reputation and the long-term success of our business.