Operations Supervisor

Overview

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Make a Home at Taylor Wimpey. At Taylor Wimpey, we don’t just build houses; we build futures. When we bring our collective skills together, we make amazing things happen for ourselves, for each other and for our customers. There are incredible opportunities on your doorstep, and we want you to discover them all.

With 22 regional offices across the UK and operations in Spain, we bring our vision to life locally. Here, you’ll be given the tools to develop your skills and the freedom to explore new avenues. Share your ideas, experience a no-blame culture, and shape your work around your life. Every single one of us plays a vital role in bringing to life incredible places and spaces, where anyone can thrive. We believe in making a positive difference to our planet, as well as to people. Job location details and application reminders are provided as part of the posting.

Job Summary

The Operations Supervisor will be working for TWM (Timber Frame Manufacturing), which exclusively produces Timber Frame Houses for Taylor Wimpey (TW), and delivers to all the Business Units (BUs). This role is key to maintaining strong working relationships with all BU teams and may involve hands-on support to help deliver the Build Programme when required. The Operations Supervisor also serves as a primary point of contact for the BUs, responsible for reporting and documenting key data and issues critical to the success of TWM’s operations.

Primary Responsibilities

Pre-Start Responsibilities

• Attend BU’s Team Meetings in the Operational Manager’s absence
• Assist BU’s Production Team with the Build Programme
• Attend BU’s Team Meetings to monitor progress of the Build Programme to identify any issues that may put critical dates at risk
• Assist the Operations Manager to adjust Construction Programmes prior to issuing to the Planning dept.

Assist the BU in the Selection of Installation Subcontractors from Approved List

• Appointment of install teams and understanding of the agreed scope of works, Health & Safety requirements, the Build Programme and agreed method of construction
• Assist the BU to ensure that appropriate Health & Safety documentation is in place

Issue of Contractual Correspondence

• Operation Supervisors are responsible for communicating any Construction Programme changes to the Operations Manager
• Assist BU’s quality inspection of the Timber Frame erection process

Communication

• Communicate weekly Site Progress Report (if affecting the Programme) to the Operations Manager
• Inform the Operations Manager of any budget/financial issues
• Inform the Operations Manager of any site delays

Co-ordinate all operations

• Assist construction and inspection of the Timber Frame
• Advise BU’s on supply-only deliveries
• Advise scheduling department on material shortages immediately indicating reason
• Advise TWM team of any on-site design/construction issues including details and possible solution
• Assist in resolving erector/BU’s disputes

Experience, Qualifications, Technical Requirements

• Carpentry trade background
• Communication Skills
• Supervisory Experience
• Construction Health and Safety Qualification
• Basic IT skills Microsoft packages

What We Offer At Taylor Wimpey

At Taylor Wimpey, we are committed to enabling you to make a home with us. Our work is not just about building homes; it is about doing work that matters, making a positive impact on the lives of our customers and the communities we serve. We offer benefits including retail discounts, company-funded life insurance and private healthcare, a quality pension scheme with company contributions, a discounted house purchase scheme, car leasing, share plans, and the option to tailor your benefit package (e.g., extra annual leave or dependants coverage).

We support growth and development through industry-leading professional training to help you unlock your potential in a variety of opportunities and environments.

Inclusivity Statement

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, Taylor Wimpey is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively collaborate with individuals who have disabilities and long-term health conditions, ensuring barriers are eliminated in employment opportunities. We guarantee an interview to applicants who declare a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Internal Applicants

Please inform your line manager if you wish to apply for this role.

Seniorities and Employment Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing

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