Key Responsibilities
- Crew Supervision : Direct daily workloads for small teams of groundworkers, plant operators, and labourers.
- Safety Enforcement : Communicate site safety rules, conduct tool-box talks, and ensure strict adherence to PPE and risk assessments.
- Task Execution : Oversee essential civil engineering works including deep drainage, earthworks, concrete pouring, and road formation.
- Progress Reporting : Update the Site Foreman or Agent on task completion timelines and personnel issues.
- Resource Management : Monitor material use, maintain construction tools, and ensure worksites are kept clear and safe.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Proven Experience : Substantial history working in heavy civil engineering sectors such as highways, drainage, infrastructure, or renewable energy.
- Safety Certifications : Valid CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) card and a supervisory qualification like SSSTS (Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme).
- Leadership Skills : Ability to motivate small teams, defuse workplace conflicts, and clearly delegate tasks.
- Mobility : A valid UK driver's licence and willingness to travel or lodge near remote project locations as required.
General Foreman - Immediate Need in Isle of Lewis employer: Granite Recruitment
Join a dynamic engineering team where your skills as a Mechanical Technician will be valued and nurtured. We offer a supportive work culture that prioritises safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement, alongside opportunities for professional growth and development. Located in a vibrant area, our workshop environment fosters collaboration and innovation, making it an excellent place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
