Job Summary
Supervise, support and mentor operatives and trainees
Ensure all works are carried out safely, efficiently, and to required standards
Conduct site surveys and review/approve TM layouts where required
Maintain and check TM equipment, reporting defects promptly
Complete all job records, permits, and required documentation accurately
Participate in call-out and weekend rotas, including emergency response
Liaise professionally with clients, stakeholders, and local authorities
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, environmental and permitting regulations
Deliver team briefings, inductions and ensure staff understand roles and risks
Build strong client relationships and support high levels of customer satisfaction
Report near misses, monitor performance, and identify team training needs
About you
Previous experience in traffic management operations
Previous experience in highways maintenance
Holder of valid CSCS card
Holder of NHSS 12D M1-M6
Holder of NHSS 12A/B Foreman
Holder of full valid UK
Company
VolkerHighways is a market leader in the delivery of highways and street lighting term maintenance contracts. We build strong collaborative relationships with our clients to drive improvements and efficiency in all our activities. We have the capability to deliver major surfacing and public realm infrastructure projects. Our specialist in-house traffic management division provides expert advice and support across the industry, whilst assisting with our own, in-house contracts. As a Foreman, you will lead by example in delivering a zero-compromise approach to Safety and Quality. Install, maintain, and remove traffic management in line with Chapter 8 and approved drawings. Work safely, comply with regulations, and represent VolkerHighways professionally at all times. This Foreman position is based within the Traffic Management division, operating from our Wokingham depot.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver traffic management operations in line with NHSS 12 and Chapter 8 (12A/B & 12D), driving license Holder of valid First Aid at Work qualification (desirable)
Why Work with Us?
VolkerHighways is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerHighways are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.
We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.
- Competitive salary
- Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
- Option to buy additional annual leave
- Private medical care
- Pension
- Life Assurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
- Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
- Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefit
- Flexible working opportunities
- Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support
- 24/7 Virtual GP service
- Fairness, inclusion and respect
Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.
Recruitment Information
Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs.
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