Site Supervisor

Bridgeman Recruitment Services Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Site Supervisor for a permanent role in Newcastle upon Tyne. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in highways maintenance, safety compliance, and team leadership. Responsibilities include supervising site activities, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring project delivery. The role offers a salary of £40,000 - £45,000 per annum along with a company car and benefits package.

Benefits

Company car / car allowance

Pension & benefits package

Long-term career progression

Qualifications

• Experience as a Site Supervisor or General Foreman within highways / civil engineering.
• Strong background with knowledge of roadworks and concrete repair.
• Ability to keep accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day site activities ensuring safety and quality.
• Direct and coordinate site operatives and subcontractors.
• Monitor compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Site supervision experience

Knowledge of highways maintenance

Health & safety compliance

Strong communication skills

Education

SSSTS or SMSTS

CSCS

First Aid

Job description

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking a reliable and proactive Site Supervisor to join their team on the Newcastle Central Motorway East (CME) scheme. This is a permanent role with excellent scope for development and progression into Site Agent level under the guidance of senior management.

This role will suit an experienced highways professional with proven site-based supervision experience, hands-on knowledge of highways maintenance and civils works, and the ability to lead site teams effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day site activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to the required quality standards.
• Direct and coordinate site operatives, subcontractors, and suppliers to maintain efficient progress.
• Monitor compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards on site.
• Carry out daily briefings, toolbox talks, and ensure method statements and risk assessments are followed.
• Support the Site Agent and Project Manager with planning, reporting, and programme updates.
• Maintain site records including daily diaries, labour returns, and material usage.
• Ensure works are delivered to specification, with a focus on highways structures, concrete repair, and roadworks.
• Act as a key point of contact for site operatives and subcontractors, ensuring clear communication and instructions.

Key Requirements

• Experience as a Site Supervisor or General Foreman within highways / civil engineering.
• Strong highways background with knowledge of roadworks, concrete repair, and civil infrastructure.
• Excellent understanding of health & safety and site compliance.
• Confident in supervising operatives, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ability to keep accurate records and support reporting requirements.
• Team player with strong communication skills.
• Must be based in, or willing to relocate to, the North East.
• Full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• SSSTS or SMSTS (essential).
• CSCS (essential).
• First Aid (essential).
• Relevant NVQ or trade background (desirable).

Package

• Salary: circa £40,000 - £45,000 per annum.
• Company car / car allowance.
• Pension & benefits package.
• Long-term career progression to Site Agent level