Supervisor

Randstad CPE; Norwich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to oversee a significant highways project in Norwich. This long-term freelance contract requires demonstrated experience in both highways and heavy earthworks, along with strong leadership skills and certifications. Immediate start available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as a Site Supervisor on large-scale civil engineering projects.
• Proven track record supervising highways and heavy earthworks.
• Strong leadership and safety management skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all on-site activities with focus on heavy earthworks.
• Lead teams of groundworkers and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Maintain accurate site records and conduct site inductions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Man-management

Understanding of earthmoving techniques

Education

SSSTS certificate

CSCS card (Supervisor level preferred)

First Aid at Work certification

Job description

Site Supervisor - Highways & Heavy Earthworks

Location: Norwich, Norfolk Job Type: Long-Term Freelance Contract Start Date: Immediate Start Rate: Competitive and Dependent on Experience

Are you an experienced Site Supervisor with a specialist background in both highways and heavy earthworks? We have an urgent requirement for a skilled supervisor to join a major highways project in the Norwich area for a long-term freelance role.

This position involves overseeing significant earthworks schemes and requires a hands-on leader who can manage site operations effectively and ensure the highest standards of safety and quality.

Please note: A proven background in BOTH highways projects AND heavy earthworks packages is essential for this role. This is a non-negotiable requirement, and candidates without this dual experience will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

Day-to-day supervision of all on-site activities, with a specific focus on heavy earthworks packages.
Leading and managing teams of groundworkers and heavy plant operators.
Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications.
Conducting site inductions, daily briefings, and toolbox talks.
Managing plant, machinery, and materials, ensuring they are used correctly and efficiently.
Maintaining accurate site records, including daily diaries and progress reports.
Enforcing strict health and safety standards across the site at all times.Essential Skills & Experience:

Demonstrable experience as a Site Supervisor on large-scale civil engineering projects.
Verifiable track record of supervising both highways schemes AND heavy earthworks packages.
A valid SSSTS (Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme) certificate is mandatory.
A valid CSCS card (Supervisor level preferred).
Strong leadership, communication, and man-management skills.
A thorough understanding of earthmoving techniques, machinery, and relevant quality/safety standards.
First Aid at Work is highly desirable.This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Site Supervisor to secure a long-term contract on a significant local infrastructure project, starting immediately.

To apply or for more information, please contact:

Lewis Weir (phone number removed)

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

Job Info

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Closes:

Jul 13th 2025

Sector:

Construction

Contract:

Contract

Hours:

Full Time

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