Supervisor – Central NEW

Job description

We are looking for a Supervisor to be based at our Bescot depot, WS1 4NL. The Supervisor is a position that requires practical experience developed from within this business and/or industry sector, from an operational basis on highways maintenance and commercial management, gained over a period of several years. Key knowledge and people management experience are essential. The successful candidate will be a dynamic and forward-thinking individual with strong commercial acumen who has previous experience of managing high performing teams.

Main Responsibilities

As a Supervisor your duties will include but not be limited to the following:

• Provide leadership, motivation, and direction to the contract unit delivery team
• Efficient management and utilisation of all business unit/company resources through planning and effective dialogue with peers/clients
• Mapping and deployment of company resources encouraging increased utilisation where appropriate
• Ensure all personnel comply with company procedures
• Support, encourage, and develop all staff/operatives within your control, identifying all appropriate training needs
• Ensure that all operations carried out within your area of responsibility are undertaken with full regard for safety of visitors, other members of staff, and yourself
• Ensure compliance with company safety & quality procedures
• Assist and uphold discipline within the business, always ensuring company compliance
• Undertake all other appropriate duties as assigned by your line manager
• Assist as part of a rota system with Silver/Bronze Call out
• Manage, where required, the preparation and production of Job packs for various works on the network, ensuring risks and hazards are properly identified and mitigated
• Support senior staff as and when required
• Ensure that Winter Maintenance is delivered as per the client’s instruction
• Assist with investigations when required
• Manage and maintain winter and call out rotas

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have:

• Minimum 2 years of experience within a similar role from a Highways background
• Confirmed knowledge and a firm understanding of highways legislation, including:
  • Road Traffic Act
  • Chapter 8
  • DMRB
  • TSRGD
• Proven ability to demonstrate strong financial understanding, including control and reporting of budgets and associated variations

Package Description

Here at Colas, we offer a great total compensation package, including:

• Salary between £40,000–£45,000 (dependent on experience)
• Colas Pension Scheme with combined contributions of up to 10%
• Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary
• 25 days annual leave per year + Public Holidays
• Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme
• Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role)
• Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification
• Ongoing personal/professional development
• Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants, and much more through our online employee benefits portal