Site Supervisor

Main purpose and scope of the job:

Our client is looking to appoint a Site Supervisor. The supervisor will assess hazards, determine risks, conduct regular inspections, and maintain a safety programme in line with the site manager’s requirements.

The role will initially heavily focus on assisting the management of the repair and refurbishment of the site, together with construction of new buildings. They are a small and friendly team, and over time, the successful applicant will have increasing opportunities to diversify within the organisation if desired.

For an exceptional candidate (who is interested in the mentoring and pastoral care of the young people out of working hours), there may also be a possibility of onsite accommodation.

Duties and key responsibilities:

• Ensure a consistently high standard of work is produced in accordance with specification and quality standards through regular quality inspections.
• Direct and supervise day to day operations of staff ensuring appliance of standard operational procedures.
• Ensure material requisitions are issued in adequate time.
• Schedule, control and monitor all plant and materials on a weekly basis.
• Ensure all work is completed to programme.
• Liaise with Site Manager, and Client regarding cost control, waste management, variations and confirmation of instructions.
• Carrying out safety inspections and fulfilling the health, safety and welfare responsibilities as detailed in the Company’s Policy.
• Maintain quality and environmental control procedures in accordance with Company policy.
• Create and maintain good relations with clients, design teams and neighbours as well as any other stakeholders.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of own activity.
• Fulfil the role of Mentor as and when required.
• Control and monitor site waste in accordance with the Company’s Site Waste Minimisation and Management policy.
• Maintain positive relations with clients, design teams and neighbours.
• Fulfil company CPD requirements undertaking all relevant training and development activities as required.
• Continually develop knowledge of innovative construction techniques and products to enhance the business and fulfil company CPD requirements.
• Contribute to the Company’s Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.

Desirable Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Hold the necessary SSSTS and First Aid at Work accreditations, and capable of implementing and managing Health & Safety procedures
• Holder of a Full UK Driving Licence
• Suitable to take an enhanced DBS check
• Previous experience is essential - working with a Grade II listed building would be an advantage.
• Experience of estate management
• Confident using the internet to research products, prices and procedures - and good day to day computer literacy and numeracy skills.
• Proven track record in successfully managing a project to budget and on schedule
• Sound leadership skills (control and management of employees) with a good understanding of how to get the best out of both staff and subcontractors
• Commercially aware with excellent organisational skills
• Excellent communication skills and customer focused
• Self-motivated and ambitious
• Knowledge of core trades