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Due to company growth we are looking for an experienced Working Foreman with Joinery experience who is hard working, reliable and takes pride in the work they do. You must also have excellent customer service skills as we pride ourselves on delivering high quality workmanship along with building great relationships with our clients who are both Commercial and Residential.
SUMMARY OF ROLE
Reporting to the Contracts Manager the Working Foremen (Joiner) will be responsible for supervising building projects both High End Residential and Commercial.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Site Supervisor
Ensuring a consistently high standard of work is produced in accordance with specification and quality standards through regular supervision and inspections with employees and sub-contractors
Preparing and presenting site inductions, safety briefings and toolbox talks
Carry out site safety checks and ensure all staff are using the correct PPE
Assessing and managing safety hazards
Ensuring appropriate site rules and welfare facilities are in place
Directing and supervising day to day operations of employees and sub-contractors ensuring appliance of common operational procedures
Ensuring material requisitions are issued in adequate time to achieve the Construction Programme.
Co-ordinating deliveries of materials, plant and equipment
Scheduling, controlling and monitoring all plant and materials on a weekly basis
Ensuring all work is completed to programme
Carrying out regular inspections to ensure compliance with relevant legal requirements, processes and procedures
Resolving problems and implementing improvements
Organising and overseeing external inspections, such as with a health and safety inspector
Creating and maintaining good relations with clients, design teams and neighbours as well as any other stakeholders
Raising safety concerns at the appropriate level
Fulfilling the role of Mentor as and when required
Fulfilling company CPD requirements undertaking all relevant training and development activities as required
Continually developing knowledge of innovative construction techniques and products to enhance the business and fulfil CPD requirements
Joiner
Construction of timber frames
Cutting and shaping wood
Repairs and maintenance of doors, door frames, windows etc
Following method statements and risk assessments, liasing with the Contracts Manager
Carrying out inspection of tools, plant and equipment before every use in line with Health and Safety legislation.
Ensuring all work is performed in accordance with the requirements of Health and Safety and other relevant legislations
Snagging work
Providing a quality service to clients and maintaining good customer and working relationships
Fulfilling company CPD requirements undertaking all relevant training and development activities as required.
The above list is not exhaustive and the post holder may be required to take on other duties and responsibilities for the effective and efficient performance of this role.
DESIRABLE SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES
NVQ Level 3 Carpentry & Joinery Essential
Previous site supervisor experience (At least 2yrs)
Excellent trade skills
Strong attention to detail
High level of accuracy
Strong communication skills with all employees and clients
Strong IT skills
Must be organised, reliable and able to take initiative
Tact, discretion and the capacity to work effectively and stay calm under pressure
Ability to organise and prioritise workload to meet deadlines
Ability to work within the budgets set by managers
Ability to sometimes work in isolation but also as part of a team
Ability to work safely to acceptable industry standards
Ability to work independently with a high degree of skill and professionalism
Must generate trust and confidence in staff at all levels
YOU MUST HAVE A FULL CLEAN UK DRIVING LICENCE
BENEFITS INCLUDE;
- Competitive Salary (DOE)
- 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- Uniform and PPE
- Training and Development opportunities
- Social Events
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay
- Extensive Wellbeing Support including EAP
If you think you have the necessary skills and want to be part of a fantastic team within a growing business that offers a competitive salary please forward your CV by email.
We will review your CV when received and we will contact you to arrange an interview if your CV meets the criteria for the role.
