Supervisor

VolkerWessels UK Ltd

Bridgwater

On-site

GBP 36,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Birthday leave

Private medical care

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Vouchers and discounts

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

VolkerHighways is seeking a Supervisor to lead lighting installation and maintenance across the Somerset region. You will coordinate directly employed teams and subcontract labour, ensuring safe, efficient delivery while meeting contract requirements and industry standards.

The role requires strong on-site leadership, cost awareness, and planning skills. You will work in the South West across multiple sites, overseeing safety, quality, and programme delivery.

Qualifications

Supervisory role with track record managing on-site teams.
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Responsibilities

Lead safe operational delivery across sites and ensure compliance.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team coordination

Cost control

Programming and planning

Computer literacy

Electrical/technical knowledge

Risk and safety awareness

English communication

Initiative and problem-solving

Confidentiality and discretion

Tools

Confirm system

Job description

About us

VolkerHighways is a market leader in the delivery of highways and street lighting maintenance contracts. We build strong collaborative relationships with our clients to drive improvements and efficiency in all our activities.

About the role

This role will support the delivery of lighting installation and maintenance works across the Somerset region. The Supervisor will oversee day‑to‑day operations on contracts across the South West, coordinating directly employed teams and subcontract labour to ensure safe, efficient and high‑quality delivery. The position is responsible for meeting operational and financial targets, maintaining programme deadlines, and ensuring all works are completed in full accordance with contract requirements and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead safe operational delivery across allocated sites, ensuring full compliance with risk assessments, method statements and company procedures.
Use the Confirm system effectively for client and contractor coordination.
Apply strong commercial control, including cost management, identifying variations and supporting QS reporting.
Plan and programme works with clients and onsite teams, contributing to weekly delivery plans.
Manage subcontractors and temporary staff, ensuring quality, productivity and performance standards are met.
Carry out monthly H & S and environmental inspections, deliver site and depot inductions, and ensure regular toolbox talks are completed.
Monitor work quality, review drawings and instructions, and raise any anomalies promptly.
Oversee use of plant, transport and materials, ensuring efficient utilisation and adherence to compliance registers.
Maintain accurate records of all works, delays and additional activities to support commercial processes.
Support staff development, maintain fair and effective management practices, and assist in the overall growth of the contract.

About you

Supervisory experience required, with the ability to manage teams and onsite activities effectively.
Good understanding of cost, value and basic commercial principles.
Knowledge of programming and planning processes important for coordinating works efficiently.
Strong computer literacy required to operate digital systems and reporting tools.
Sufficient electrical and technical knowledge essential for overseeing installation and maintenance activities.
Understanding of Highways Sector Scheme and HEA requirements beneficial for maintaining compliance.
Effective management techniques needed to support team performance and problem‑solving.
Confident, proactive and able to use initiative.
Discretion and confidentiality important when handling operational or personnel information.
Around five years of electrical and technical site experience preferred.
Good standard of written and spoken English required for clear communication and reporting.

Benefits