Senior Surfacing Supervisor in Devon, Exeter

About Holcim

We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet. Since 1858, we have helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike. Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.

Holcim UK Company Benefits

• Competitive Salary, plus bonus, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits - all recognising the contribution you bring.
• Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety.
• We care about you and your family. That's why we offer enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household, offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same-day appointments.
• Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad.
• Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which bring together employees with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace.
• Staff discounts including special rates for garden landscaping products.

The Opportunity

At Holcim UK, we are looking for a Senior Surfacing Supervisor to join our contracting team. This is a key site-based role responsible for overseeing operations, leading teams and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards. This role offers the chance to take ownership of day-to-day site operations, leading teams of operatives and foremen across a variety of projects. You will be at the centre of delivery, ensuring that work is planned effectively, resources are in place and productivity targets are achieved. You will also play a key role in developing your team, supporting training and progression while maintaining a strong safety culture and high standards of workmanship across all activities.

What You'll Be Doing

• Ensuring all works are carried out safely in line with Health & Safety legislation and company standards.
• Supervising site teams, including foremen and operatives, to deliver works in line with programme and specification.
• Planning and coordinating workloads to meet contract targets and optimise productivity.
• Ordering materials and plant in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Managing plant and equipment to ensure correct use, maintenance and availability on site.
• Maintaining accurate site records, including measurements, progress and operational data.
• Liaising with customers, client representatives and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Supporting the measurement and valuation of works alongside commercial teams.
• Driving continuous improvement and identifying opportunities for innovation on site.
• Carrying out site inspections and ensuring high standards of quality and workmanship.
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding and development of site operatives.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures across all site activities.

What You'll Bring

• Previous experience in a supervisory role within construction, surfacing or civil engineering.
• Strong understanding of site operations, health & safety and quality standards.
• CSCS Gold/Black card & SSSTS or SMSTS.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams to achieve performance targets.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients and teams.
• A proactive and solution-focused approach to problem solving.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Knowledge of plant, materials and site processes.

We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.