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Site Supervisor - Groundworks & Retaining Walls Working Away £45,000 to £50,000 per annum DOE Company van and fuel card, paid accommodation, food and drink allowance, 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional company benefits. Location: Burntwood, Staffordshire, with projects across the UK Full-time, Permanent Regular working away during the week. A well-run site starts before the first delivery arrives. The team needs to know the plan, the right plant needs to be ready, and everyone needs to understand how the work will be carried out safely. Once the job starts, it takes someone who can keep things moving. That is where you come in. A specialist ground engineering contractor is looking for a Site Supervisor to oversee retaining wall installations and associated groundworks. The business designs, manufactures and installs vegetated retaining wall systems, alongside hydroseeding and erosion control works. As Site Supervisor, you will travel to projects around the country and stay away from home regularly during the working week. The company provides your accommodation, a van and fuel card, and an allowance for food and drink. Your responsibility will be to supervise the team and organise site delivery. This Site Supervisor position is focused on managing the work, rather than carrying out the installation yourself. About the role Reporting to the Project Manager, you will plan daily activities, coordinate labour and deliveries, and make sure the team has the plant and materials it needs. You will check progress against the programme and inspect completed work against drawings and specifications. Safety will be part of every day. You will make sure the team follows RAMS and site procedures, maintain good housekeeping and address issues when you see them. You will also keep accurate site records and speak regularly with the Project Manager, clients and other site representatives. When access, deliveries or site conditions affect the plan, you will help find a practical solution. About you You will have experience as a Site Supervisor or Foreman in groundworks, civil engineering, construction or residential infrastructure. Retaining wall, earthworks or geotechnical experience would be useful, but it is not essential. You will need: SSSTS or SMSTS and a valid CSCS card. A full UK driving licence. The ability to lead site teams and a sound understanding of construction site safety. Willingness to travel and stay away regularly during the week. This would suit someone who enjoys taking responsibility for a site, setting clear expectations and seeing a job through properly. You will have an experienced operational team behind you and the chance to learn more about specialist retaining wall and erosion control systems. Contact Mark at Up Front Recruitment for more information.

Supervisor - Groundworks & Retaining Walls Salary and Package Circa 45,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus company van, paid accommodation when working away, food allowance, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package. Location Based from Burntwood, Staffordshire, with projects across the UK. This role involves regular working away from home during the week, with accommodation and subsistence provided. Full-time, Permanent Position This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Supervisor - Groundworks & Retaining Walls to join a specialist contractor delivering retaining wall systems, ground engineering and environmental construction projects across the UK. The Site Supervisor - Groundworks & Retaining Walls will lead site operations, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard. This Site Supervisor - Groundworks & Retaining Walls role would suit someone from a civil engineering, groundworks, construction or residential infrastructure background who enjoys working on varied projects. As a Site Supervisor - Groundworks & Retaining Walls, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of specialist installation works while working alongside an experienced operational team. About the Company A well-established specialist contractor delivering retaining wall systems, ground stabilisation, erosion control and hydroseeding solutions throughout the UK. With in-house technical expertise and a strong reputation for quality, the business delivers projects across the infrastructure, commercial, residential and environmental sectors. Why Join Them This is a stable and growing business with a consistent pipeline of work and a supportive management team. You'll be trusted to run your sites, work on technically interesting projects and become part of a company that values quality workmanship and safe delivery. The role offers long-term security, genuine responsibility and opportunities to develop as the business continues to grow. About the Role Reporting to the Project Manager, you will supervise the installation of specialist retaining wall systems and associated groundworks on sites across the UK. You will ensure works are completed safely, on programme and in accordance with project specifications while maintaining high standards of quality and site organisation. Key responsibilities include: Supervising day-to-day site activities and installation teams Overseeing the installation of retaining wall systems and associated groundworks Ensuring work is carried out safely and in line with RAMS and company procedures Coordinating labour, plant, materials and subcontractors on site Monitoring quality standards and ensuring works meet specification Liaising with Project Managers, clients and site representatives Maintaining accurate site records and reporting progress Carrying out site inspections and resolving day-to-day issues Promoting high standards of health, safety and housekeeping Supporting the timely and efficient delivery of projects The successful candidate will have previous supervisory experience within civil engineering, groundworks, construction or residential infrastructure projects. Experience with retaining walls, earthworks or geotechnical projects would be advantageous but is not essential. You should be comfortable working away from home during the week and be confident leading site teams. Essential requirements: Previous Site Supervisor or Foreman experience SSSTS or SMSTS Valid CSCS Card Full UK Driving Licence Strong understanding of health and safety on construction sites Willingness to travel and work away as required Summary This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected specialist contractor working on varied projects across the UK. Offering a competitive salary, company van, paid accommodation, food allowance and long-term career prospects, this role is ideal for an experienced Site Supervisor looking for a stable position with genuine responsibility and opportunities to progress. Contact Mark at Up Front Recruitment for more information.