Supervisor (Plant)

Reliable Contractors LTD; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension provision

Safe working environment

Secure, regular income

Lodge/digs allowance

Job summary

Reliable Contractors LTD is seeking an experienced Plant Supervisor for the Devonport site in Plymouth. The role focuses on supervising plant operations, coordinating operatives, and ensuring safe, efficient use of equipment on a major UK infrastructure project.

Successful candidates will have NVQ qualifications, BPSS eligibility, and a solid background in plant management. The position offers ongoing, full-time work with paid holidays and site allowances where applicable.

Qualifications

• Enrolment or possession of Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Work Supervision.
• Level 2 NVQ in Plant Operations completed or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Supervise plant operations and coordinate operatives to meet project requirements.
• Monitor safe and efficient use of plant and equipment across site.
• Coordinate plant movements in line with site logistics and traffic management.

Skills

Plant supervision experience

Strong communication

Leadership

Health and safety knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Occupational Work Supervision

NVQ Level 2 in Plant Operations

Job description

SUPERVISOR (PLANT) - DEVONPORT - FULLTIME

A chance to work on one of the largest infrastructure projects in the UK.

Reliable Contractors are recruiting for an experienced Plant Supervisor to join the Devonport project.

Long-term work is available for the right candidate with the correct qualifications, tickets and experience, offering stable employment and regular income for the foreseeable future.

Assignment Details

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Payment Basis: PAYE
• Paid Holidays: 31 days per year (including bank holidays)
• Start Date: As soon as possible following successful vetting checks, medical and on-site induction
• Assignment Duration: Ongoing / until further notice
• Location: Plymouth

Security Clearance Requirements

Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required. Please note that this process can take up to 8 weeks.

Eligibility criteria: Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years.

What We Offer

• Pension provision.
• A safe working environment.
• Secure, regular income.
• Lodge/digs allowance of £53.69 per day worked, subject to eligibility and supporting evidence. Eligibility generally requires living more than 50 miles from site, with proof of home address and accommodation arrangements.

Must Have

• Enrolled on to the Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Work Supervision.
• Level 2 NVQ in Plant Operations.
• Previous experience in plant management or plant supervision.
• Valid Safety Critical Medical.
• Meet the BPSS security clearance eligibility criteria.
• Good understanding of construction plant operations and site procedures.
• Strong communication, organisational and leadership skills.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements and safe systems of work.

Role and Responsibilities

• Supervise plant operations and coordinate plant operatives to meet project requirements.
• Monitor the safe and efficient use of plant and equipment across site.
• Coordinate plant movements and activities in line with site logistics and traffic management arrangements.
• Ensure plant operatives follow site rules, risk assessments and method statements.
• Monitor plant availability and report defects, maintenance requirements or operational issues.
• Communicate with site management, plant operatives and other teams to coordinate daily activities.
• Support the implementation of safe systems of work and ensure hazards are reported promptly.
• Maintain accurate records and provide updates on plant operations and resource requirements.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture across the site.

Shifts

Working days: Monday to Friday.

Start time: 7:00am-7:30am.

Finish time: 5:00pm-5:30pm.

Overtime

Monday to Friday: Time and a third after 10 hours.

Nights: Time and a third.

Saturdays and Sundays: Time and a half.

All night hours: Time and a half.

Health and Safety Risks

The successful candidate will be expected to promote and maintain a safe working environment, ensuring site rules, procedures and relevant health and safety requirements are followed.

Key risks associated with the role include

• Moving plant and vehicles: Ensure site traffic management procedures are followed and safe segregation is maintained between plant, vehicles and pedestrians.
• Plant operations: Ensure equipment is operated only by competent and authorised personnel.
• Lifting operations: Ensure lifting activities are appropriately planned, controlled and carried out by competent personnel.
• Unsafe working practices: Monitor compliance with RAMS and site procedures, intervening where unsafe practices are identified.
• Communication failures: Ensure clear communication between plant operatives, banksmen, supervisors and site management.
• Slips, trips and falls: Maintain safe access routes and ensure hazards are reported and addressed promptly.

All site-specific risks and control measures must be confirmed through the project RAMS, risk assessments and site induction.

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