
Posted 1 month ago
Black Hat Supervisor
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AI Summary
An experienced Black Hat Supervisor oversees civil engineering and groundworks activities on major UK infrastructure projects, leading site teams, coordinating daily tasks, and ensuring safe, on-programme delivery.
About this role
Careys are recruiting an experienced Black Hat Supervisor to join our team on major civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out hands-on groundworks and civil engineering activities including drainage, ducting, foundations, concrete works and utility installations.
- Supervise and coordinate a team of operatives, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to programme.
- Lead daily briefings and toolbox talks, promoting a strong health and safety culture across site.
- Work closely with Site Managers and Engineers to plan daily activities and resource requirements.
- Monitor the quality of works and ensure compliance with drawings, specifications and project requirements.
- Support the allocation of labour, plant and materials to maximise productivity.
- Identify and resolve on-site issues while maintaining progress against project milestones.
- Maintain site records and ensure all works are carried out in accordance with company procedures and RAMS.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- CSCS Black Card (Supervisor).
- SSSTS or SMSTS.
- Proven experience in civil engineering and groundworks.
- Strong knowledge of drainage, ducting, concrete and earthworks operations.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
- Experience supervising site teams while remaining actively involved in the works.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- First Aid at Work and/or NRSWA Supervisor (desirable).
👉 Apply now and help us deliver some of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects.
Benefits
- Long-term continuity of work
- Major infrastructure project experience
- Competitive rates
- Opportunity to progress within both enabling and main works phases
- Excellent rates of pay
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
Skills
ConcreteConstruction DrawingsCSCS Black CardDrainageDuctingEarthworksNRSWA SupervisorRAMSSMSTSSSSTS
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