Site Team Leader

Franklin Hodge Industries Ltd; Durham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Hodge Industries Limited is seeking an experienced Site Team Leader to join the Site Installation team, overseeing refurbishment, repair and installation of liquid storage tanks at customer sites across the UK. You will lead site operations, supervise teams and ensure projects are delivered safely and to customer specifications.

The role requires practical experience in construction or mechanical installation, strong leadership, and the ability to travel and work away from home.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in site supervision, mechanical installation or construction.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Experience in tank installation, refurbishment or maintenance.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and method statements.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead site teams on liquid storage tank refurbishment, repair, modification and new build projects.
• Plan tasks based on team skills and project requirements.
• Oversee installation and refurbishment ensuring quality and safety standards.
• Conduct site surveys and provide reports for tender preparation.
• Identify improvements to installation methods and product designs.
• Manage RAMS with site agent and ensure materials are correct.
• Travel to customer sites and work away from home as required.

Skills

Site supervision

Leadership

Health & Safety

Travel flexibility

Engineering/Construction

Job description

Franklin Hodge Industries Limited are leaders in the design, manufacture and installation of grain silos, cooling towers and liquid storage systems for the storage of fire sprinkler, high-quality industrial process and drinking (potable) water. From our office in Hereford and manufacturing facility in Birmingham, we supply our products across all industries, locally, nationally, and globally.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Site Team Leader to join our Site Installation team, overseeing the refurbishment, repair, modification and installation of liquid storage tanks at customer sites across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with practical experience in construction, mechanical installation or engineering who is looking to further develop their skills and progress their career within a specialist engineering environment.

Job Title: Site Team Leader

Location: UK-wide customer sites (travel and working away from home required)

Hours of Work: 45 hours per week

Salary: 38,249.82

Role Overview

As a Site Team Leader, you will lead site operations, ensuring liquid storage tank installation and refurbishment projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to customer specifications.

You will supervise site teams, conduct site surveys, assess the competency of Trainee and Site Operatives, and work closely with internal departments to improve installation processes and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise site teams on liquid storage tank refurbishment, repair, modification and new build projects.
• Plan and delegate tasks based on team skills and project requirements.
• Oversee installation and refurbishment projects, ensuring quality and safety standards are maintained.
• Conduct site surveys and provide accurate reports to support tender preparation.
• Work with internal departments to identify improvements to installation methods and product designs.
• Identify and resolve Health & Safety concerns, agreeing RAMS amendments with the site agent.
• Check materials and components are correct before installation begins.
• Liaise with the Contracts team regarding plant, equipment and consumable requirements.
• Monitor project progress and promptly report delays, issues or concerns.
• Complete site documentation accurately and on time, including completion certificates and SolarVista updates.
• Assess the skills and competency of Trainee and Site Operatives, providing guidance and practical support.
• Ensure company vehicles, tools and equipment are maintained safely and kept in good condition.
• Travel to customer sites and work away from home as required.

About You

We are looking for individuals who demonstrate:

• Proven experience in site supervision, mechanical installation, construction or a similar engineering environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, motivate and assess team members.
• Experience in tank installation, refurbishment or maintenance.
• Ability to conduct site surveys and produce accurate technical reports.
• Good technical knowledge and the ability to interpret drawings, specifications and method statements.
• A strong understanding of Health & Safety requirements.
• Ability to manage projects, meet deadlines and maintain high standards of workmanship.
• Confidence working with internal teams and customers to resolve technical and operational issues.
• Flexibility to travel and work away from home.
• A full UK driving licence.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Team Leader looking to take on greater responsibility and contribute to the successful delivery of specialist engineering projects.