Job Description

Site Agent

Based in Northumberland

£500 – 550 per day

12 month contract

I am currently recruiting for a Site Agent with a background in heavy civils and infrastructure projects to join a major rail project.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure work is executed in a safe manner meeting legal guidelines set out in health safety and requirements and environmental compliance

Day to day management of a section of works including the supervision and monitoring of the site team and supply chain

Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental requirements are adhered to

Safety / Quality / Programme and Production

Manage multiple packages of work in conjunction with the commercial team taking full ownership of the costs for section of work assigned

Manage site activities to ensure work is completed on time and within budget

Review Method Statements and Risk Assessments and make improvements as appropriate;

Guide and coach subordinates in technical requirements and techniques of setting out;

Deliver end product to customer satisfaction

Implement appropriate policies and procedures

Promote best practice amongst engineering staff and encourage their career progression

Develop the directly employed labour including, supervision, appraisals, training, absence management and motivation

Ensure works are completed on time, within budget and to specification

Develop and promote best practice and business improvement within the organisation

REQUIREMENTS:

Previously worked on heavy civil based projects is essential

Worked for or with Tier 1 contractors

Able to lead team and section of works to a high standard

Previous experience working as an Agent or similar positions

Previously managed site teams & packages of work

Relevant industry qualification (HND/HNC/BEng or equivalent)

Holds relevant tickets/qualifications. i.e. CSCS, SMSTS

If this position is of interest to you, please apply with an updated copy of your CV

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