Working Civils Supervisor

Go Traffic Management Limited; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Armed Forces-friendly

Job summary

Network Plus is seeking a Working Civils Supervisor in Bury St Edmunds for a permanent role. You will plan works, organise site enabling activities, supervise teams, and coordinate labour, plant, materials and traffic management to meet client standards.

The role emphasizes health, safety, and environmental compliance, RAMS, and liaison with subcontractors. You will monitor progress, report to clients, and ensure timely completion while maintaining cost control and high quality.

Qualifications

• SMSTS or SSSTS.
• NVQ level 3 or 4 site supervision.
• CSCS Gold Card.
• 3 Day First Aid.
• EUSR water hygiene.
• SEATS (Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme).
• Temporary works co-ordinator or supervisor.
• NRSWA.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Training can be provided to the successful candidate.

Responsibilities

• Plan works and organise all site enabling activities.
• Report on project progress and completions to ensure projects meet all Client standards.
• Ensure work programmes deliver the maximum output from teams.
• Ensure that the optimum method of construction is used.
• Ensure construction meets all standards set by Client /Customer.
• Complete all works within prescribed timescales.
• Work flexibly and respond effectively to emergency requirements of Clients.
• Manage the allocation of labour, ensuring best for task, monitoring and maximise production.
• Procure & mobilise resources (Labour, Plant & materials).
• Keep a close account of project costing, including purchasing, labour resources and hire, including monitoring the need for and use of hired-in plant and equipment.
• Coordinate site activities including management of labour, plant, materials, traffic management and associated subcontract activities.
• Predict future activities to ensure required resource is available for subsequent activities.
• Undertake civil engineering tasks on site when acting as a working supervisor.

Skills

SMSTS/SSSTS

CSCS Gold Card

First Aid (3 Day)

EUSR Water Hygiene

SEATS

Temporary works co-ordinator

NRSWA

Full UK driving licence

Training provided

Education

NVQ level 3 or 4 site supervision

Job description

Working Civils Supervisor

Department: Claret

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Bury St Edmunds

Description

• Plan works and organise all site enabling activities.
• Report on project progress and completions to ensure projects meet all Client standards.
• Ensure work programmes deliver the maximum output from teams.
• Ensure that the optimum method of construction is used.
• Ensure construction meets all standards set by Client /Customer.
• Complete all works within prescribed timescales.
• Work flexibly and respond effectively to emergency requirements of Clients.
• Manage the allocation of labour, ensuring best for task, monitoring and maximising production.
• Procure & mobilise resources (Labour, Plant & materials).
• Keep a close account of project costing, including purchasing, labour resources and hire, including monitoring the need for and use of hired-in plant and equipment.
• Coordinate site activities including management of

1. labour
2. plant,
3. materials,
4. traffic management
5. associated subcontract activities.

• Predict future activities to ensure required resource is available for subsequent activities.
• Undertake civil engineering tasks on site when acting as a working supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

Administration

• Follow company and client policies, procedures, and documents.
• Help improve systems to meet project needs.
• Submit weekly timesheets, vehicle logs, and plant logs.
• Complete required paperwork and electronic records on time.
• Inform the company immediately about any absence.

Health, Safety and Environmental

• Ensure health, safety, quality, and environmental standards are followed on site.
• Complete all required health and safety documents on time.
• Organise work to reduce risks to people, equipment, materials, and the environment.
• Brief workers and subcontractors on their duties, safe working methods, and emergency procedures.
• Promote health and safety awareness on site.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors’ activities.
• Ensure workers are trained and understand workplace hazards.
• Carry out regular site and equipment safety inspections.
• Make sure safety rules are followed and PPE is worn.
• Report any safety or environmental issues immediately.
• Prepare and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).

Vehicles

• Follow the company vehicle policy.
• Keep vehicles stocked with necessary tools and equipment.
• Carry out monthly vehicle and plant inspections.
• Take and submit required site photographs.
• Keep vehicles and equipment in good condition.
• Complete safety checks and equipment audits.
• Report any vehicle or equipment faults immediately.

Staff Management

• Manage team members’ daily work, holidays, and absences.
• Delegate tasks effectively.
• Supervise workers and subcontractors on site.
• Keep staff motivated and maintain good teamwork.
• Support staff improvement through guidance, coaching, and mentoring.
• Identify and recommend training needs for team members.

General

• Communicate and work with colleagues when required.
• Attend internal and external meetings when needed.
• Complete any required job-related training and development.
• Provide general support to the business when required.
• Carry out other duties related to the role.
• Follow GDPR rules and keep sensitive data secure.

Experience and Qualifications

• SMSTS or SSSTS
• NVQ level 3 or 4 site supervision
• CSCS Gold Card
• 3 Day First Aid
• EUSR water hygiene
• SEATS (Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme)
• Temporary works co-ordinator or supervisor
• NRSWA
• Full UK driving licence
• Training can be provided to the successful candidate

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

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