Surfacing Supervisor

Breedon Group; Oban; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holiday

Company car or cash allowance

Share Saver Scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on employee benefits

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Breedon Group is seeking a Surfacing Supervisor to lead the West Coast surfacing team in Dunbeg, Oban. The role involves supervising road surfacing and highway maintenance projects, promoting safety, quality, and teamwork on site.

You will coordinate activities with operations teams, clients and subcontractors, travelling to sites and working outdoors, with night shifts required. Essential qualifications include CSCS, driving licence, and safety focus, with opportunities for training and

Qualifications

• Proven experience supervising surfacing or highway maintenance operations.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Thorough understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Full UK driving licence and CSCS card.

Responsibilities

• Supervise surfacing operations to deliver on time and to specification.
• Lead and motivate surfacing operatives and promote teamwork.
• Plan daily activities and allocate labour, plant, materials, and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and company procedures.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams for effective communication.
• Monitor quality to meet contract specifications and customer expectations.
• Conduct site inspections and risk assessments; ensure safe systems of work.
• Carry out equipment and PPE checks and report defects.
• Complete site documentation and daily safety records.
• Report safety concerns and incidents promptly.
• Work across different sites and shifts, including nights.

Skills

Surfacing supervision

Leadership

Communication

Health and safety

Full UK driving licence

Flexible hours

Education

SSSTS or SMSTS qualification

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

Surfacing Supervisor

Application Deadline: 27 November 2026

Department: Operations and Maintenance

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Dunbeg, Oban

Description

About Breedon Group: Breedon Group plc is a leading vertically integrated construction materials group in Great Britain, Ireland, and the USA. We're dedicated to providing high-quality materials and services for the construction industry, with a commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation. Joining Breedon means becoming part of a team that values excellence and is committed to making a positive impact.

Position Overview: We are looking for an experienced and motivated Surfacing Supervisor to lead our West Coast surfacing team in the delivery of road surfacing and highway maintenance projects. In this hands-on leadership role, you will be responsible for supervising surfacing operations, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Working closely with operational teams, clients, and stakeholders, you will coordinate site activities, manage resources, and promote a strong safety culture. This role involves working outdoors, travelling to sites, and leading teams across a variety of projects. Nightshift working is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate surfacing operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to specification
• Lead and motivate surfacing operatives, promoting high standards of workmanship and teamwork
• Plan daily activities and allocate labour, plant, materials, and equipment efficiently
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and company procedures at all times
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to maintain effective communication throughout projects
• Monitor quality standards and ensure surfacing works meet contract specifications and customer expectations
• Carry out site inspections, risk assessments, and ensure safe systems of work are followed
• Conduct routine checks on plant, equipment, and PPE, reporting any defects or maintenance requirements
• Complete site documentation, including daily records, safety documentation, and project reports
• Report any safety concerns, incidents, defects, or near misses promptly
• Work flexibly across different sites and shifts, including night work where required

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Proven experience supervising surfacing or highway maintenance operations
• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Thorough understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements within the construction industry
• CSCS card
• Full UK driving licence
• Flexible approach to working hours and site locations

Desirable

• SSSTS or SMSTS qualification
• CSCS
• Experience working on local authority, National Highways, or major infrastructure surfacing contracts

Training and Development At Breedon, we're committed to investing in our people. We offer ongoing training, opportunities to gain additional industry-recognised qualifications, and clear career progression pathways to support your long-term development.

Benefits

• A tailored, competitive salary
• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays on top
• Company car or cash allowance
• Share Saver Scheme participation
• Company Life Assurance Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Discounts on a wide range of products through our employee benefits platform
• Broad learning opportunities and career progression pathways.

Diversity Statement: At Breedon Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. We believe in equality of opportunity for all and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Join Us: If you're looking for a role that challenges you, offers progression, and contributes to building better futures, we'd love to hear from you. This position is an opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and dynamic environment at Breedon Group.