Site Supervisor

Galliford Try; Folda; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction company is seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to oversee temporary works on a major water treatment project in Glenfarg. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in site supervision, particularly in lifting operations, alongside a relevant HND or equivalent qualification. You will ensure safety protocols are followed and coordinate with project teams for successful project delivery.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Corporate discounts

Comprehensive pension plan

Private medical scheme options

Qualifications

• Proven experience in lifting operations within construction.
• Track record of delivering projects safely and on time.
• Safety qualifications: IOSH or SMSTS certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise temporary works activities onsite.
• Implement inspection/test plans for onsite safety.
• Liaise with subcontractors for equipment delivery.

Skills

Site supervisory experience in temporary works

Strong IT proficiency

Excellent communication

Education

HND or equivalent in construction

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

Site Supervisor – ENVIRONMENT

Location: Glenfarg / Perth

Join our Environment Team and Build a Career with Purpose

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Site Supervisor to join Galliford Try’s Environment Business, working on our Scottish Water Frameworks in our Joint Venture, ESD. This role is dedicated to our Glenfarg Water Treatment project and focuses on Temporary Works and Lifting Operations on site for this multi-million pound Scottish Water project.

What You Will Be Doing

• Supervise all temporary works activities onsite, maintaining a comprehensive temporary works register.
• Supervise all lift operations to ensure safety and proper technique.
• Develop site-appropriate design briefs in consultation with the project team, referencing nearby temporary works, and issue them to the Temporary Works Designer (TWD).
• Confirm that design checks are done by individuals not involved in the original design process.
• Register and archive all design documents, including drawings and calculations, and obtain necessary approvals.
• Implement inspection/test plans and checklists, ensuring material/construction changes are vetted against the original design.
• Conduct checks throughout the process, manage discrepancies, and issue permits to load, proceed, or unload as appropriate.
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers for timely delivery and removal of equipment and materials.
• Verify structural stability before dismantling, ensure safe systems are in place, and transfer relevant information to the health and safety file.

At Galliford Try, our aim is to create and maintain an environment where care for our people and those who work with us is our top priority. You’ll be responsible for the Health & Safety of yourself and others, encouraging a safe and collaborative working environment that supports our Health, Safety and Environment culture.

About You

We’re seeking someone with proven experience and the drive to deliver high-impact infrastructure work. Ideally, you’ll bring:

• A qualification such as an HND or equivalent in construction, civil engineering, or project management.
• Site supervisory experience in temporary works and lift operations in construction/engineering, preferably within the water industry.
• A track record of delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Safety qualifications: IOSH or SMSTS certification.
• A valid CSCS card.
• Strong IT proficiency and the ability to use digital tools for reporting and planning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Can Offer in Return

With an impressive order book of over £4.1 billion we are one of the industry’s leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success, so if you’re committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.

We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our ‘Be Well’ programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues.

We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential.

Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged.

Our benefits

• We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary.
• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays.
• A wide range of corporate discounts.
• Cycle to Work schemes.
• Comprehensive pension plan.
• Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme.
• Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it.
• Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role.

About us

Named Contractor of the Year by the Water Industry Awards, Galliford Try is one of the UK’s leading construction businesses with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in.

Our purpose is to improve people’s lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.

We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value.

Water Frameworks business, please contact Ryan De Stadler on [e-mail]

Additional Information

Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process.

We encourage you and would be grateful if you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you.

Don’t meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview.

Galliford Try are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.

We welcome your application. Galliford Try is an EEO employer and compliant with all anti-discrimination legislation.