At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team on exciting highway projects and operate an excavator.
- Company: Join a reputable highways contractor with long-term projects.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, full day Saturday pay, and job security until December 2026.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic work environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a vital infrastructure project and develop your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience as a foreman and valid excavator ticket required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
The Project: We are recruiting on behalf of a highways contractor for the Bournebridge Hill, Halstead Section 278 Highway Works scheme in Essex. A full-time supervisor is in place on site to handle paperwork; we need a competent team to build the job. This is a long-term opportunity running through to December 2026.
Working Hours: Monday to Friday | 07:30 - 16:30, Occasional Saturdays | 07:30 - 12:00, full day pay.
The Role: You will lead a three-man gang on a live highways scheme, operating an excavator up to 8 tonnes and managing the day-to-day activities of your team on site. Scope of works includes:
- Excavation using up to an 8-tonne excavator and breaker
- Carriageway construction including formation dig and Type 1 installation
- Road base installation (remaining asphalt by others)
- Installing kerbs, edgings and tactile paving
- Drainage installation including ditches and new surface water drainage runs
Requirements:
- Proven foreman experience on highways or civils schemes
- NPORS or CPCS excavator ticket (essential)
- CSCS card (essential)
- NRSWA Streetworks Operative ticket (at least one per gang - essential)
- Full 6-point PPE including fireproof overalls
- Available to start 27th July 2026 - no exceptions
- Able to commit to the full duration through to December 2026
What's on Offer:
- Competitive day rate dependent on experience
- Full day pay on Saturday working
- Long-term project until December 2026
Contact Luca directly for any questions.
Foreman / Excavator Driver in Halstead employer: Vision Personnel
As a leading highways contractor, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment where our team members can thrive. With a long-term project in Essex, we offer competitive pay, full-day compensation for Saturday work, and the opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic setting. Join us to be part of a dedicated crew committed to delivering quality results while enjoying the benefits of job stability and professional growth.
