Site Supervisor - Rail

Randstad Construction & Property; Leiston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Leiston seeks an experienced Freelance Site Supervisor/Foreman for a rail upgrade project in Suffolk. The role requires strong rail experience and effective on-site management skills. Responsibilities include supervising labour, enforcing health and safety regulations, and ensuring quality control. Applications are encouraged from all sections of society and those eligible to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a site supervisor or general foreman.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to manage and coordinate on-site labour effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate tasks for on-site labour and subcontractors.
• Enforce health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
• Monitor workmanship to meet quality standards and project requirements.
• Act as the primary contact for the workforce and subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate site records and report to the project manager.

Skills

Rail experience

On-site management

Health and safety enforcement

Quality control

Communication skills

Job description

Randstad are recruiting for a Freelance Site Supervisor / Foreman to work on a rail upgrade in Suffolk.

The successful candidate must have Rail experience as a site Supervsior or General Foreman.

Duties will include:

• On-Site Management & Coordination

  • Supervise, coordinate, and delegate tasks to the on-site labour and subcontractors.

  • Manage daily and weekly work schedules to meet project deadlines.

  • Lead daily briefings (e.g., toolbox talks) and site inductions for new personnel.

  • Resolve on-site issues and conflicts promptly to maintain workflow.

  Health & Safety

  • Enforce all health and safety regulations and ensure a safe working environment.

  • Conduct regular site safety inspections and risk assessments.

  • Ensure all personnel wear the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

  • Report and document any accidents, incidents, or near misses immediately.

  Quality Control & Planning

  • Monitor workmanship to ensure it meets quality standards and project requirements.

  • Identify and rectify any defects in the work.

  • Assist in short-term planning to overcome challenges and keep the project on schedule.

  Resource & Materials Management

  • Oversee the receipt, inspection, and proper storage of materials and equipment.

  • Monitor resource usage to prevent waste and ensure efficiency.

  • Manage the correct use and maintenance of plant, tools, and equipment.

  Communication & Reporting

  • Act as the primary on-site point of contact for the workforce and subcontractors.

  • Report progress, delays, and issues directly to the Project Manager or Site Manager.

  • Maintain accurate site records, including a daily diary, timesheets, and delivery dockets.

  • Liaise with inspectors from local authorities or regulatory bodies as required.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.