Demolition Supervisor

  • Melior Associates
  • Southampton, Hampshire
  • 21/10/2026
Full time Construction Contracts Manager Site Manager Skilled Trades & Labour

Job Description

Demolition Supervisor - Southampton

Are you an experienced Demolition Supervisor looking for your next opportunity with a well-established and growing demolition contractor?

Our client is a respected demolition and enabling works specialist delivering projects across Hampshire, Dorset, Sussex and the wider South Coast. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are seeking a proactive and safety-focused Demolition Supervisor to join their Southampton-based team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a variety of demolition, strip-out, remediation and enabling works projects ranging from 100k to 2m+.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervising demolition and strip-out operations on site
  • Managing site labour, plant operators and subcontractors
  • Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and within budget
  • Conducting site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings
  • Monitoring compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures
  • Liaising with Site Managers, Contracts Managers, clients and stakeholders
  • Coordinating plant, equipment and material deliveries
  • Completing daily records, site reports and progress updates
  • Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and environmental compliance

Requirements

  • Previous experience as a Demolition Supervisor within the demolition sector
  • Strong knowledge of demolition methods, temporary works and site safety
  • SSSTS or SMSTS qualification
  • CCDO Supervisor Card (preferred)
  • First Aid at Work certificate
  • Ability to lead and motivate site teams
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable

  • Experience working on commercial, industrial and residential demolition projects
  • Asbestos awareness training
  • Temporary Works Supervisor qualification
  • CPCS or NPORS Plant qualifications

Package

  • Competitive salary of 35,000 - 55,000 depending on experience
  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
  • Pension scheme
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Opportunity to progress within a growing business
  • Long-term career stability with a healthy project pipeline

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Demolition Supervisor seeking a new challenge with a reputable contractor and would like to hear more, please apply today or contact our construction recruitment team for a confidential discussion.

Reference: DS/SOUTHAMPTON/2026