Foreman

Foreman / Senior Foreman – Civils

Location: Gatwick Airport, West Sussex
Sector: Civil Engineering / Aviation
Employment: Permanent

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Foreman / Senior Foreman to join a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering a programme of infrastructure works at Gatwick Airport.

The role will involve taking responsibility for the day-to-day supervision of site activities and operatives across a range of civil engineering works within a live airport environment.

Projects will include infrastructure alterations and extensions, demolition and enabling works, external works and upgrades to existing operational facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate site operatives and subcontractors.
• Manage the day-to-day delivery of civils works on site.
• Ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
• Coordinate labour, plant and materials.
• Deliver daily briefings and toolbox talks.
• Ensure works are carried out in accordance with RAMS and site procedures.
• Monitor progress against programme and report any issues or delays.
• Work closely with Site Engineers, Site Managers and Project Managers.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety and site organisation.
• Take responsibility for allocated areas and packages of work.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Foreman or Senior Foreman within civil engineering.
• Strong hands-on background managing civils and groundworks activities.
• Experience across areas such as drainage, utilities, concrete works, excavations, external works, demolition or enabling works.
• Confident supervising direct labour and subcontractors.
• Good understanding of RAMS and site health & safety requirements.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Airport/airside experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Relevant CSCS/CPCS qualifications and SSSTS or SMSTS.

Airport Security Requirements:

Due to the location of the works, the successful candidate will need to complete the required airport security clearance process, including a DBS check and satisfactory five-year employment/referencing history.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a contractor with ongoing work at Gatwick Airport and work across a varied programme of civil engineering projects.

To apply, please send your CV or get in touch for further information.

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