Site Supervisor

Edge Recruits; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime paid 1.5x

Permanent full-time position

Job summary

Edge Recruits is seeking a Site Supervisor for an on-site role in Plymouth. You will lead site activities, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure projects are delivered safely and efficiently.

The role requires strong health & safety knowledge and excellent communication. You will work closely with Project Managers to maintain high-quality project delivery across varied engineering projects.

Qualifications

• Experience as Site Supervisor or similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Ability to lead site teams and coordinate subcontractors.
• Excellent communication and proactive problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise and coordinate site activities with personnel and subcontractors.
• Manage day-to-day operations to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to health & safety policies, risk assessments and method statements.
• Liaise with Project Managers, clients and subcontractors; escalate issues when needed.
• Maintain project documentation, site equipment, vehicles and workspace to standards.

Skills

Health & Safety

Site leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

SSSTS/SMSTS/CSCS

Job description

Site Supervisor

Location: Plymouth (on-site)

Salary: £40,000 per annum

Employment Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time - 40 hours per week

About the Role

Our client, a well-established engineering business in Plymouth, is seeking a Site Supervisor to manage and coordinate site activities. This role involves leading site operations to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently, while adhering to Health & Safety standards. The successful candidate will work closely with Project Managers and subcontractors to maintain high-quality project delivery.

The Role

• Plan, supervise and coordinate site activities involving company personnel, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Manage day-to-day site operations to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently.
• Ensure all personnel work in accordance with Health & Safety policies, risk assessments and method statements.
• Liaise with Project Managers, clients and subcontractors, escalating issues where required.
• Maintain project documentation, site equipment, vehicles, and working areas to company standards.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in a Site Supervisor, Site Foreman or similar construction/engineering leadership role.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and safe working practices.
• Ability to lead site teams, coordinate subcontractors and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.

Benefits

• Permanent, full-time position with a long-established and growing engineering business.
• Competitive salary of £39,998 per annum.
• Overtime paid at 1.5 times the standard hourly rate.
• Opportunity to work on varied projects across a respected and diverse engineering group.

About Our Client

Our client operates within the engineering and fabrication sector, known for delivering high-quality services across the UK. The business has a proud history dating back to 1974 and is part of the respected Underhill Group. It is a family-owned company with a strong commitment to quality, safety, and customer service. Working closely with the Project Manager, the Site Supervisor will play a key role in planning, supervising, and coordinating site activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

Person Specification

Essential Experience

• Previous experience in a Site Supervisor, Site Foreman or similar construction/engineering leadership role.

Essential Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and safe working practices.
• Ability to lead site teams, coordinate subcontractors and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.

Desirable Qualifications and Skills

• Experience within fabrication, structural steelwork, engineering or industrial projects.
• Relevant site-based qualifications such as SSSTS, SMSTS or CSCS.
• Experience working on projects involving welding, refurbishment or industrial installations.