General Foreman

General Foreman - Tunnelling Project
Location: Derby
Contract: 12 Months
Rate: £330 -£350 per day

We are currently recruiting for an experienced General Foreman to join a major tunnelling project based in Derby. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of a significant infrastructure scheme, working alongside an established project team on a long-term contract.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day management of site operations, ensuring all activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in accordance with programme, quality, and client requirements.
Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily site operations, ensuring work is delivered safely, on time, and to the required quality standards.
• Supervise direct labour, subcontractors, and plant resources to maximise productivity and programme performance.
• Promote and maintain the highest standards of health, safety, environmental, and quality compliance across the site.
• Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks, and site inductions, ensuring all personnel understand project requirements and safe systems of work.
• Monitor progress against the construction programme and proactively identify and resolve site issues.
• Work closely with the Site Manager, Project Manager, Engineers, and commercial team to ensure effective project delivery.
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with approved RAMS, drawings, specifications, and company procedures.
• Maintain accurate site records, including daily diaries, workforce allocation, inspections, and permit documentation.
• Foster strong working relationships with clients, stakeholders, and the wider project team through clear and professional communication.

Candidate Requirements
The ideal candidate will possess:

• A valid SMSTS qualification.
• A valid CSCS card.
• EUSR accreditation.
• Proven experience as a General Foreman on tunnelling, heavy civil engineering, or major infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and coordinate multidisciplinary site teams.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering projects safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

What's on Offer

• Competitive day rate of £280-£320, dependent on experience.
• 12-month contract on a high-profile tunnelling project.
• Opportunity to work with a respected project team on a significant infrastructure development.
• Immediate start available for the right candidate.

If you have the required experience and qualifications and are looking to join a major tunnelling project, we would welcome your application.