Supervisor - Earthmoving

Blackwell Earthmoving Limited; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading earthworks company is seeking a Supervisor to oversee on-site operations in Aylesbury. The role involves ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards, coordinating resources, and supporting project delivery. Candidates must have NVQ Level 3, CSCS Gold Card, and SSSTS certification. The ideal applicant will display strong communication, project coordination, and time management skills. Join a company that is dedicated to delivering sustainable solutions for significant infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Must possess NVQ Level 3, CSCS Gold Card, and SSSTS certification.
• Ability to provide clear and authoritative instructions.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing work requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate earthworks activities on-site.
• Ensure safe and compliant execution of operations.
• Minimize environmental impact through responsible management.

Skills

Health and safety compliance

Strong communication

Environmental management

Project coordination

Time management

Education

NVQ Level 3

CPCS plant qualification

Tools

CSCS Gold Card

SSSTS certification

Job description

At Blackwell Earthmoving Limited, part of the Hargreaves Services Plc, we deliver large-scale bulk earthworks, soil stabilisation, and land restoration with precision and expertise. As a trusted partner on nationally significant projects including HS2, Sizewell C, and the Lower Thames Crossing we bring unrivalled capability to complex infrastructure schemes. From highways and rail networks to renewable energy developments, our solutions combine engineering excellence with environmental responsibility, creating sustainable foundations for future growth. As a Supervisor, you will oversee and coordinate earthworks activities on-site, including excavation, grading, compaction, and related operations. Ensuring that all work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with project specifications, environmental regulations, and quality standards you roll will be critical to delivering projects on time while maintaining site integrity and supporting the company's mission and values.

• Ensure safe and compliant execution of earthworks operations.
• Minimises environmental impact through responsible site management.
• Supports timely project delivery by coordinating resources and resolving site issues.
• Enhance quality and durability of foundational works, reducing long-term maintenance risks.
• Build strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams to foster collaboration.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Coordination of plant, labour, and materials to meet project milestones.
  NVQ Level 3, CSCS Gold Card, and SSSTS certification are essential; CPCS plant qualification is highly desirable.
• The ability to provide clear, confident, and authoritative instructions.
• A proactive and positive approach to health and safety at all times.
• Communication effectively and professionally across all levels of the organisation.
• A flexible and adaptable attitude toward changing work requirements.
• Exhibits excellent time management, punctuality, and a willingness to work additional hours when required.
• At Hargreaves Services plc, we're more than a business - we're a driving force behind some of the UK's most critical industries. From energy and environmental services to logistics, land regeneration, and raw material supply, we deliver solutions that power progress and create sustainable futures. With operations spanning the UK and international markets, our team of over 1,300 professionals work on projects that shape infrastructure, restore landscapes, and support global supply chains.
• Our mission is simple: to provide innovative, reliable, and sustainable services that make a real difference. Whether it's building major transport links like HS2, regenerating brownfield sites into thriving communities, or pioneering carbon capture forestry, we're committed to creating long-term value for our clients, stakeholders, and the environment. Join us and be part of a company that combines heritage, expertise, and forward-thinking innovation to deliver solutions that matter.