Traffic Management Foreman - Lead Safe, Efficient TM

VolkerWessels UK Ltd.; Wokingham; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private medical care

Pension

Cycle to Work scheme

Birthday leave

Training and development opportunities

Flexible working opportunities

Employee Assistance programme

Mental health support

24/7 Virtual GP service

Job summary

VolkerHighways is seeking a Foreman to lead traffic management operations from the Wokingham depot. You will install, maintain and remove traffic management in line with Chapter 8 and NHSS standards, while promoting safety, quality and client liaison.

You will mentor operatives, conduct site surveys and ensure documentation is up to date. The role requires NHSS12DM1-M6, NHSS12A/B Foreman qualifications, a valid CSCS card and a full UK driving licence, with an emphasis on regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in traffic management operations.
• Previous experience in highways maintenance.
• Holder of valid CSCS card.
• Holder NHSS12DM1-M6 qualification.
• Holder NHSS12A/B Foreman qualification.
• Holder of full valid UK driving license.
• First Aid at Work qualification (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Deliver traffic management operations in line with NHSS 12 and Chapter 8 (12A/B & 12D).
• Supervise, support and mentor operatives and trainees.
• Ensure all works are carried out safely, efficiently, and to required standards.
• Conduct site surveys and review/approve TM layouts where required.
• Maintain and check TM equipment, reporting defects promptly.
• Complete all job records, permits, and required documentation accurately.
• Participate in call-out and weekend rotas, including emergency response.
• Liaise professionally with clients, stakeholders, and local authorities.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, environmental and permitting regulations.
• Deliver team briefings, inductions and ensure staff understand roles and risks.
• Build strong client relationships and support high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Report near misses, monitor performance, and identify training needs.

Skills

Traffic management

Highways maintenance

CSCS card

NHSS12DM1-M6

NHSS12A/B Foreman

UK driving licence

First Aid at Work

Job description

VolkerHighways is seeking a Foreman to lead traffic management operations from the Wokingham depot. You will install, maintain and remove traffic management in line with Chapter 8 and NHSS standards, while promoting safety, quality and client liaison.

You will mentor operatives, conduct site surveys and ensure documentation is up to date. The role requires NHSS12DM1-M6, NHSS12A/B Foreman qualifications, a valid CSCS card and a full UK driving licence, with an emphasis on regulatory compliance