Site Supervisor

We are seeking experienced Grey Hat Drainage Supervisors to support upcoming highways drainage works across two major schemes.

Works are programmed to commence from w/c 8 June 2026, with increasing gang numbers through late July 2026.

As a Grey Hat Supervisor (FLS / Foreman), you will be responsible for supervising a drainage gang delivering filter and carrier drainage works on large-scale infrastructure projects. You will lead from the front, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity are maintained at all times.

• Day-to-day supervision of drainage gangs on site
• Ensuring works are carried out safely, to programme and to specification
• Briefing operatives and operators, delivering task briefings and toolbox talks
• Coordinating plant, labour, and materials
• Maintaining site records and liaising with site management
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards

• 1 x Grey Hat Supervisor (your role)
• 1 x Experienced Pipelayer (Confined Spaces trained)
• 2 x Experienced Excavator Operators (20-30T tracked machines)
• 1 x General Operative

• Majority of drainage works less than 2.0m depth
• Some carrier drainage up to 3.0m depth
• Highways / infrastructure environment

• Proven experience as a Grey Hat Supervisor / Drainage Foreman
• Strong drainage background (highways or major civils preferred)
• SSSTS / SMSTS (preferred)
• Confident managing teams, plant and programme
• Valid CSCS (Supervisor / Gold card)
• First Aid (desirable)

• Locations: Ipswich - accommodation will be provided for individuals that do not live locally.