Trainee Site Supervisor

Equans UK & Ireland; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave (+ public hols)

Life Cover 1.5x salary

Employee discounts on major brands

Gym membership discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Corporate social responsibility days

Learning opportunities and training

Employee referral rewards

Employee networks including WiE, RISE,

Disability Network

Job summary

Equans are recruiting for a Trainee Site Supervisor to be based in Leeds. This is a full-time permanent role working 39 hours per week with a competitive salary and package.

The Trainee Supervisor supports site supervisory functions within a UK construction environment, assisting in overseeing construction activities to ensure safe, efficient and quality delivery of projects. The role focuses on developing leadership and technical skills to progress to full supervisory duties.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English.
• Some prior exposure to construction site work.
• Basic health and safety awareness certification (e.g. CITB health and safety test).
• Basic IT literacy (email, reporting tools)
• Good communication, teamwork; willingness to learn and take direction.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating site operations to meet project schedules and safety standards.
• Support supervision and motivation of site operatives and subcontractors.
• Monitor work progress and report on site activities to line management.
• Participate in toolbox talks and site inspections to promote a strong safety culture.
• Maintain accurate records relating to labour, materials and site incidents.
• Liaise with project managers, suppliers and stakeholders to smooth workflow.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.

Skills

Basic IT literacy

Good communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Take direction

Health and safety awareness

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

NVQ Level 2 in construction (desirable)

Job description

Equans are recruiting for a Trainee Site Supervisor to be based in Leeds. This is a full-time permanent role working 39 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and package.

General Overview

The Trainee Supervisor supports site supervisory functions within a UK construction environment, assisting in overseeing construction activities to ensure safe, efficient, and quality delivery of projects. This position is responsible for learning and gradually taking on supervisory duties, supporting the management of teams and resources on site under the guidance of experienced supervisors or managers. The role focuses on developing leadership and technical skills necessary to progress towards full supervisory responsibilities.

What will you deliver?

• Assist in coordinating site operations to ensure compliance with project schedules, health & safety regulations, and quality standards.
• Support the supervision and motivation of site operatives and subcontractors to achieve operational targets.
• Monitor work progress and report on site activities, challenges, and compliance issues to line management.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety briefings, and site inspections to support a strong safety culture.
• Maintain accurate records relating to labour, materials, and site incidents in line with company procedures.
• Liaise with project managers, suppliers, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth workflow.
• Contribute to identifying opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, and benefits package, which includes;

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

Essential:

• GCSE’s or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English
• Some prior exposure to construction site work (e.g. apprenticeship, labouring or site trainee)
• Basic health and safety awareness certification (e.g. CITB health and safety test)
• Basic IT literacy (email, reporting tools )
• Good communication, teamwork, willingness to learn and take direction

Desirable:

• Relevant NVQ level 2 in construction or equivalent
• Experience of understanding of supervisory practices or site safety procedures
• CSCS card or site supervisor safety training
• Familiarity with construction management software
• Leadership Potential, problem solving aptitude

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

Equans Culture and Inclusion

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.