Site Supervisor in Plymouth

Job description

Site Supervisor (Civils & Groundworks) — Plymouth

Salary: £45 - £50k basic + vehicle/allowance + benefits (DOE)

About the role

Opportunity for an experienced Site Supervisor to lead groundworks and civils packages across residential, commercial and infrastructure projects. You’ll own day-to-day site delivery—driving safety, quality and productivity while coordinating labour, plant and subcontractors.

Key responsibilities

• Lead daily operations and toolbox talks; coordinate gangs, subcontractors, plant and materials.
• Manage groundworks activities: site prep, excavations/shoring, deep & shallow drainage, manholes/chambers, ducting & utilities, kerbs/edgings, paving, external works, RC foundations/slabs, retaining walls, road construction, S278/S38 tie-ins and reinstatement.
• Enforce H&S standards: RAMS, permits to dig, service avoidance (CAT & Genny/HSG47), temporary works controls, lifting operations, confined space compliance.
• Track progress vs programme; produce look-aheads, raise risks/changes promptly.
• Maintain quality: ITPs, inspections, compaction/concrete testing, snag/close-out, as-builts & O&M inputs.
• Liaise with engineers for setting-out checks (lines/levels/tolerances).
• Ensure environmental controls (silt, dust, noise, fuel/waste management).
• Keep accurate site diaries, photos, delivery/plant records; attend/lead progress meetings.
• Act as the on-site point of contact for the PM, QS, client, utility providers and local authority inspectors.

Must-have qualifications & experience

• Valid CSCS card (appropriate level).
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme).
• Proven supervision experience on groundworks/civils projects.
• Full UK driving licence.
• First Aid at Work, CAT & Genny, Confined Space, Abrasive Wheels.
• Temporary Works (Supervisor/Coordinator).
• CPCS/NPORS (Dumper/Roller) awareness for plant coordination.

To be considered for this role please attach your CV or get in touch with Laura at RGB for more information.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Plymouth

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

04-09-2025

Profession type

Management

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English