Job Description
Egis is a leading global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work together with our clients across every aspect of transport, energy and the built environment to build a more balanced, sustainable and resilient world. With over 50 years’ experience and a team of 22,000 employees in more than 120 countries, our UK operations deliver iconic projects such as the M40 motorway, facilitating connectivity while protecting the environment and meeting emission reduction targets.
The contract covers routine operation and maintenance services for the 123‑km M40 motorway, including management of road incidents, road availability bookings and operation of the Network Control Centre. It involves a team of over 110 staff across three depots and requires a dedicated incident response unit.
Responsibilities
- Ensure all activities are completed safely in compliance with the company’s health, safety and environmental policies and procedures.
- Conduct regular site inspections and safety audits to identify and mitigate risks.
- Participate in the delivery of safety briefings, toolbox talks and learning discussions.
- Oversee, supervise and participate in the delivery of landscape and ecology works, ensuring compliance with wildlife legislation and that all works documents are filed timely.
- Maintain accurate records of completed works and report failures to the L&E Planning and Delivery Manager for re‑planning.
- Support competency identification and communicate requirements to the L&E Planning and Delivery Manager.
- Identify and recommend training needs for operatives.
- Investigate incidents and near‑misses, document findings, implement corrective actions and ensure lessons learnt are captured.
- Monitor work to ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards and contractual obligations.
- Proactively identify and address defects or non‑conformances, escalating to the L&E Planning and Delivery Manager.
- Ensure all necessary permits and approvals are in place before night works commence.
- Report fleet or plant issues to the relevant manager and support resolution efforts, seeking innovation to improve service.
- Maintain plant in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, reporting defects to the Day Works Manager.
- Provide timely information and feedback to ERO M40 Management for reporting.
- Promote teamwork and positive work attitudes, fostering collaboration, fairness and morale.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with our client and partners.
- Collaborate with other departments and contractors to facilitate works.
- Assist in creation of works packets, including briefings and permits.
- Assist in supervising subcontractors, monitoring performance, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations and project timelines, and that they work safely in accordance with the CDM pack.
- Engage fully with health, safety and wellbeing initiatives rolled out by Egis Road Operation M40 Ltd and/or Egis UK.
- Carry out any related duties as required.
Qualifications
- Proven track record as a Site Team Lead on high‑speed road projects.
- Current CSCS Supervisor card, SSSTS/SMSTS.
- Strong understanding of landscape and ecology principles, including best practice and ecological constrictions.
- Demonstrable ability to identify areas for improvement and implement change through clear communication and a drive to succeed.
- Considerable experience of a high regard to safety and quality on a high‑speed strategic road network.
- Strong ability to lead teams effectively, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
- Capability in making informed decisions under pressure, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, engaging effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Flexible approach to managing changing priorities and working conditions during night‑time hours.
Desirable Qualifications
- Safe use of hedge cutter, strimmer, chipper, blower.
- Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross‑Cutting 0020‑03 or CS30.
- Level 2 Award in Felling & Processing Trees up to 380 mm 0020‑04 or CS31 minimum.
- Level 2 Award in using a Powered Pole Pruner – NPORS 360 Degrees Below 10 Tonnes.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.
Please note, to be considered for this role you must be based in the UK and already be able to legally work in the UK. We are unable to offer or provide sponsorship for this position.
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