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Network Plus seeks a Civils Supervisor in Bury St Edmunds to plan, organise and deliver site enabling works, monitor progress against client standards and timescales, optimise labour, plant and materials, and coordinate subcontractors and traffic management while keeping health, safety and the environment at the forefront. The role blends working supervision with people and cost management, RAMS and method selection, and requires hands on civil tasks when needed. Essential qualifications include SMSTS or SSSTS, NVQ 3 or 4 site supervision, CSCS Gold Card, 3 Day First Aid, EUSR water hygiene, SEATS and NRSWA, plus a full UK driving licence; training can be provided. To apply, tailor your CV with concrete examples of on site delivery, cost control, RAMS, risk management and team leadership, and highlight your ability to respond to emergencies and meet client standards. Network Plus is an equal opportunity employer and supports armed forces personnel.

Civils Supervisor

Department: Claret

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Bury St Edmunds

Description

• Plan works and organise all site enabling activities.
• Report on project progress and completions to ensure projects meet all Client standards.
• Ensure work programmes deliver the maximum output from teams.
• Ensure that the optimum method of construction is used.
• Ensure construction meets all standards set by Client /Customer.
• Complete all works within prescribed timescales.
• Work flexibly and respond effectively to emergency requirements of Clients. 
• Manage the allocation of labour, ensuring best for task, monitoring and maximising production. 
• Procure & mobilise resources (Labour, Plant & materials).
• Keep a close account of project costing, including purchasing, labour resources and hire, including monitoring the need for and use of hired-in plant and equipment.  
• Coordinate site activities including management of 

1. labour
2. plant, 
3. materials, 
4. traffic management
5. associated subcontract activities. 

• Predict future activities to ensure required resource is available for subsequent activities. 
• Undertake civil engineering tasks on site when acting as a working supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow company and client policies, procedures, and documents.
• Help improve systems to meet project needs.
• Submit weekly timesheets, vehicle logs, and plant logs.
• Complete required paperwork and electronic records on time.
• Inform the company immediately about any absence.

• Ensure health, safety, quality, and environmental standards are followed on site.
• Complete all required health and safety documents on time.
• Organise work to reduce risks to people, equipment, materials, and the environment.
• Brief workers and subcontractors on their duties, safe working methods, and emergency procedures.
• Promote health and safety awareness on site.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors’ activities.
• Ensure workers are trained and understand workplace hazards.
• Carry out regular site and equipment safety inspections.
• Make sure safety rules are followed and PPE is worn.
• Report any safety or environmental issues immediately.
• Prepare and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).

• Follow the company vehicle policy.
• Keep vehicles stocked with necessary tools and equipment.
• Carry out monthly vehicle and plant inspections.
• Take and submit required site photographs.
• Keep vehicles and equipment in good condition.
• Complete safety checks and equipment audits.
• Report any vehicle or equipment faults immediately.

• Manage team members’ daily work, holidays, and absences.
• Delegate tasks effectively.
• Supervise workers and subcontractors on site.
• Keep staff motivated and maintain good teamwork.
• Support staff improvement through guidance, coaching, and mentoring.
• Identify and recommend training needs for team members.

• Communicate and work with colleagues when required.
• Attend internal and external meetings when needed.
• Complete any required job-related training and development.
• Provide general support to the business when required.
• Carry out other duties related to the role.
• Follow GDPR rules and keep sensitive data secure.

Experience and Qualifications

• SMSTS or SSSTS
• NVQ level 3 or 4 site supervision
• CSCS Gold Card 
• 3 Day First Aid 
• EUSR water hygiene 
• SEATS (Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme)
• Temporary works co-ordinator or supervisor 
• NRSWA  
• Full UK driving licence
• Training can be provided to the successful candidate

Salary and Benefits