Site Supervisor

Company: RGB Recruitment Ltd
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Location: Plymouth
Job Description:

Base pay range

Salary: £45 – £50k basic + vehicle/allowance + benefits (DOE)

About the role

Opportunity for an experienced Site Supervisor to lead groundworks and civils packages across residential, commercial and infrastructure projects. You’ll own day-to-day site delivery—driving safety, quality and productivity while coordinating labour, plant and subcontractors.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead daily operations and toolbox talks; coordinate gangs, subcontractors, plant and materials.
  • Manage groundworks activities: site prep, excavations/shoring, deep & shallow drainage, manholes/chambers, ducting & utilities, kerbs/edgings, paving, external works, RC foundations/slabs, retaining walls, road construction, S278/S38 tie-ins and reinstatement.
  • Enforce H&S standards: RAMS, permits to dig, service avoidance (CAT & Genny/HSG47), temporary works controls, lifting operations, confined space compliance.
  • Track progress vs programme; produce look-aheads, raise risks/changes promptly.
  • Liaise with engineers for setting-out checks (lines/levels/tolerances).
  • Ensure environmental controls (silt, dust, noise, fuel/waste management).
  • Keep accurate site diaries, photos, delivery/plant records; attend/lead progress meetings.
  • Act as the on-site point of contact for the PM, QS, client, utility providers and local authority inspectors.

Must-have qualifications & experience

  • SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme).
  • Proven supervision experience on groundworks/civils projects.
  • Full UK driving licence.
  • First Aid at Work, CAT & Genny, Confined Space, Abrasive Wheels.
  • Temporary Works (Supervisor/Coordinator).
  • CPCS/NPORS (Dumper/Roller) awareness for plant coordination.

To be considered for this role please attach your CV or get in touch with Laura at RGB for more information.

Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Full-time

Job function

  • Project Management

Industries

  • Construction and Civil Engineering

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Posted: April 11th, 2026