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General Foreman

Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd
Posted 9 days ago, valid for 12 days
Location

Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 3BU, England

Salary

£320 - £350 per day

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job is for a freelance General Foreman on a 6-month contract based in the South West UK.
  • Candidates should have extensive knowledge of civil construction and relevant certifications including CSCS Card and SMSTS certification.
  • The role involves supervising teams, ensuring safety compliance, and managing project documentation and resources.
  • A competitive day rate is offered, with the potential for contract extension based on performance.
  • Candidates are expected to have strong communication skills and basic IT proficiency, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the field.

**Job Advertisement: General Foreman (Freelance) - 6-Month Contract - South West UK**

We are seeking a highly skilled **General Foreman** for a 6-month freelance contract, based in the South West of the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team, overseeing core teams and sub-contractors on civil construction projects.

**Key Responsibilities:**
- Supervise core teams and sub-contractors, ensuring efficient and safe operations.
- Oversee safe working systems, ensuring all necessary briefings and POWRAs are completed and signed off.
- Provide day-to-day supervision on site, ensuring workers are effectively managed.
- Review and approve working documentation, ensuring relevance and accuracy for all tasks.
- Support the Site Agent in managing and programming works, including coordination of plant and material needs.
- Manage plant delivery sign-offs, audits, and ensure effective utilisation on site.
- Ensure high standards of health, safety, wellbeing, environmental, and quality compliance.
- Deliver and record Toolbox Talks, Stand Downs, and Stand Ups as required.
- Ensure adherence to SHEQ processes and procedures, as per the CQAP.

**Success in the role will be measured by:**
- Bi-Annual Personal Development Reviews (PDR)
- Safe and high-quality completion of programme works
- Effective communication and engagement with teams
- Completion of HSE inspections

**Required Skills & Experience:**
- Extensive knowledge of civil construction
- Ability to interpret technical specifications and drawings
- CSCS Card and SMSTS certification
- CITB Managers and Professionals qualification
- NVQ Level 3 in Occupational Work Supervision
- ILM Level 3 Certificate (including nuclear unit) - to be completed within 6 months
- Strong communication skills and basic IT proficiency

**Competencies:**
- **Individual Contributor:** Ability to deliver results, focus on customer needs, improve business performance, drive sustainability, and work collaboratively.
- **People Leader:** Lead people and teams effectively, driving motivation and ensuring high performance.

**Contract Details:**
- **Contract Duration:** 6 months (freelance)
- **Location:** South West UK
- **Start Date:** Immediate

If you are a motivated and experienced General Foreman with a strong track record in civil construction, we want to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting your experience.

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This opportunity offers a competitive day rate, the chance to work on high-profile projects, and the potential for contract extension based on performance.

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