Supervisor

Circet; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programmes

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Circet UK is seeking an On-site Supervisor to oversee fibre optic network build projects across Scotland. This field-based role emphasizes delivering high-quality work on time while upholding strict safety standards and compliance with technical drawings and specifications.

You will lead on-site teams and subcontractors, conduct toolbox talks, maintain accurate site records, and coordinate with local authorities and internal teams.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in site supervision or foreman in telecoms, fibre or civil engineering.
• OR 5+ years hands-on field experience in fibre builds with leadership.
• Strong ability to read technical drawings and manage construction logistics.
• Proven leadership, communication, and on-site problem solving.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety culture across all sites and ensure PPE/training compliance.
• Supervise trenching, ducting, cabling, testing and fibre works.
• Coordinate on-site teams and subcontractors for efficiency.
• Ensure work adheres to drawings, specs and quality standards.
• Maintain site records including permits, photos, logs.
• Report KPIs and escalate issues to the Project Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

On-site problem solving

Team coordination

Health & Safety

Education

SMSTS or SSSTS

NRSWA Supervisor

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

We are Hiring!

Circet UK are looking for an On-Site Supervisor to join our team in Scotland (Aberdeen)

Working with Circet

Circet Ireland & UK have built an ever growing portfolio of specialist services. As part of a global group, we are specialists in the deployment and maintenance of telecommunications and energy infrastructure, working with both major operators and local players across Ireland and the UK.

We are driven to be innovative and proactive in delivering solutions that meet our clients’ expectations, while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and integrity. Our success is built on teamwork, trust, and a strong commitment to our people.

With over 4,000 employees across Ireland and the UK, we continue to bring people together to shape resilient, future proof infrastructure and deliver high quality services for our customers.

About the Role:

Circet UK is looking for a dedicated and experienced On-site Supervisor to oversee the daily execution of fibre optic network build projects across the UK. This is a crucial field-based role focused on driving a safety-first culture, ensuring compliance, and delivering quality work on time and to specification.

Responsibilities of On-Site Supervisor:

• Lead by example in promoting a robust Health & Safety culture across all sites
• Deliver daily briefings, toolbox talks, and ensure full PPE and training compliance
• Conduct safety and quality audits, address issues promptly, and report incidents
• Supervise civil and fibre works: trenching, ducting, cable blowing, splicing, testing
• Coordinate and manage on-site teams and subcontractors to maximise efficiency
• Ensure all work meets technical drawings, specifications, and quality standards
• Maintain accurate site records, including progress, permits, photos, and logs
• Serve as the key contact for local authorities, contractors, and internal teams
• Track site progress, report KPIs, and escalation issues to the Project Manager

Knowledge & Skills Requirements:

• At least 2+ years' experience in site supervision or foreman roles within telecoms, fibre, or civil engineering
• OR 5+ years hands-on field experience in fibre network builds with leadership exposure
• Strong working knowledge of fibre build practices (FTTx, civils, cabling, testing)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and on-site problem-solving skills
• Proficient in reading technical drawings and managing construction logistics
• Smart Awards
• SMSTS or SSSTS
• NRSWA Supervisor
• Full UK Driving Licence

Why work in Circet?

• Be part of a company that encourages involvement, diversity and inclusion
• Be part of a company that nurtures excellence and develops leaders
• Be part of a company that encourages personal development and career progression through our further education programme, mentoring programme and pathway programme
• Be part of a company that is dedicated to making a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility
• You will get a competitive salary and a benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave per annum, life assurance, access to Employee Assistance Programmes and access to career developmental opportunities

Circet IRE & UK is an inclusive organisation and welcomes all applications. Our mission is to create a workforce that consists of individuals with talent, skills and potential across all areas of our business. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.