Site Supervisor/General Foreperson - Highways - North West, North East, Yorkshire (0839)

Octavius are looking for experienced Site Supervisors/General Forepersons  to join our team working on Highways Projects in the North.

These roles will the support delivery of schemes on National Highways' Northern SDF framework, in National Highways Areas 10, 12, 13 & 14. We are looking candidates located in Yorkshire, the North West & the North East.  Although our projects cover all regions, candidates will be aligned to a core region based on their location, with travel primarily focused within that area.

Successful candidates will have experience working on high speed road networks. Experience working for a principal contractor is preferred.

Please note that this role will involve night working. 

You'll be working on…. (what your role and responsibility is)

You will be supervising works across your National Highways Area, leading the site teams and coordinating subcontractors ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to specification. You will act as the main point of contact on site, maintaining high standards of health and safety, quality and programme delivery in line with National highways standards. The key responsibilities of this role are:

• Oversee daily activities across highway construction and maintenance projects
• Ensure all works are carried out in line with National Highways specifications and requirements
• Lead daily briefings, toolbox talks and site inductions for teams
• Coordinate resources including labour, plant, materials and subcontractors
• Maintain accurate site documentation, including permits and reports
• Build effective working relationships with site teams, clients and key stakeholders

You'll receive…. (because we value you)

We offer a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance cover, 25 days Annual Leave (and a day off for your birthday). You'll also have access to Hybrid working where possible, an enhanced Paternity & Maternity package and the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally.

You'll bring… (your wealth of experience & qualifications)

• SSSTS or SMSTS certification
• CAT & Genny trained
• First Aid at Work
• National Highways Passport
• Demonstrable experience supervising works on National Highways schemes
• Strong understanding of highways construction practices and health & safety standards
• Full UK driving licence

Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.