Surfacing Foreman

Elvet Recruitment; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist civil engineering recruitment agency is seeking a Surfacing Foreman/Supervisor to manage surfacing projects across the North East. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience in surfacing, highways, and local authority works, as well as relevant qualifications. This permanent position offers a salary of up to £45,000 plus a generous benefits package. A background in civil engineering is preferred but not essential. Applications can be directed to the recruitment agency.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience overseeing surfacing contracts as Supervisor/Foreman.
• Must have strong knowledge of highways and local authority works.
• Qualifications such as SMSTS/SSSTS, Temporary Works, and First Aid are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage site activities ensuring safety and compliance.
• Organize workloads and coordinate with supervisors.
• Maintain high standards of quality and documentation.
• Develop client relationships and seek improvement opportunities.

Skills

Experience working as Supervisor/Foreman on surfacing contracts

Detailed experience with Surfacing

Detailed experience with Highways

Detailed experience with Local Authority Works

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Tools

SMSTS

SSSTS

Temporary Works

First Aid

Job description

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Surfacing Foreman/Supervisor for a Specialist Civil Engineering contractor to work on Local Authority Frameworks in the North East.

Within the role you will be responsible for the managing gangs and delivering works ranging from car parks, new build roads and carriageways in the region.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Overseeing day-to-day site activities, making sure all work is completed safely and in accordance with the company's IMS procedures.
• Interpreting contract requirements and maintaining high standards of quality across every element of the works.
• Organising workloads, coordinating supervisors, and tracking progress to meet programme and contractual goals.
• Procuring materials and plant efficiently, managing costs while delivering value for the client.
• Keeping detailed and accurate site documentation, and communicating regularly with surveyors and client representatives.
• Coordinating plant and equipment usage, ensuring correct operation, routine checks, maintenance, and timely off-hire.
• Developing positive client relationships and continually seeking opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Contributing to team growth through performance discussions, mentoring, and involvement in recruitment when required.
• Upholding full adherence to company procedures, operational standards, and health and safety requirements.

Experience required:

Must have:

• Experience working as Supervisor/Foreman on surfacing contracts
• Detailed experience with: Surfacing, Highways, Local Authority Works
• SMSTS/SSSTS, Temporary Works, Appointed Person, First Aid.

Nice to have:

• Degree qualified or HNC/HND qualified within civil engineering.

Remuneration:

On offer is a salary of up to £45,000 (DOE) plus generous package.

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

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For more information, please contact Jack Vasey at Elvet Recruitment.