523 Foreman jobs in the United Kingdom

Red Sky Personnel are seeking an experienced General Foreman to oversee the safe and efficient delivery of a deep drainage/ shaft sinking project.

You will be responsible for coordinating site activities, supervising operatives and subcontractors, and ensuring works are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and ensure safe working practices, complying with HSE legislation and company requirements.
• Schedule, coordinate, and supervise daily site activities.
• Monitor progress, costs, and quality, ensuring works are delivered snag-free.
• Manage plant, equipment, and materials effectively.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and third parties as required.
• Lead, motivate, and support site teams.

About You

• Strong background in civil engineering, with experience across infrastructure, drainage, highways, public realm, or structures.
• Proven supervisory and people management skills, including working with subcontractors.
• CSCS Supervisor card and SMSTS qualification.
• EUSR (Water Passport), NRSWA & First Aid
• Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Additional qualifications such as Lift Supervisor are desirable.
• Service Avoidance advantage but Training will be given Confined space advantage but Training will be given Temporary works supervisor Advantage but Training will be given

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Company pension, life cover, and health cash plan.
• Generous holiday allowance plus volunteering days.
• Company car/allowance (role dependent).
• Ongoing training, career development, and leadership support.

If you are interested in hearing more please apply now!

Foreman - Bellshill
 
Mechanical Supervisor is a crucial role in the company, leading teams in the lifting, moving, installation, and decommissioning of machinery and equipment. They ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards, often working on complex, technical, and heavy lifting projects, Works are primarily in the Central Belt of Scotland, but cover works throughout Scotland, the UK & Europe. Some travel will be required. 
 
Key Responsibilities:
·Supervision and Leadership:
Managing teams of riggers, fitters, and other trades, allocating tasks, conducting briefings, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. 
·Project Execution:
Working to pre-prepared RAMS (Risk Assessment and Method Statements), adhering to health and safety rules, and utilizing tools and lifting equipment correctly. 
·Quality Assurance:
Ensuring work is completed to the required quality standards and documenting necessary information. 
·Resource Management:
Managing employed, subcontracted, and agency labour across multiple trades. 
·Communication:
Reporting delays or changes to the project schedule to the contract engineer, ensuring clear and consistent communication within the team. 
·Equipment Handling:
Assembling and disassembling machinery, plant, and equipment, and utilizing techniques like jacking, skating, and hoisting. 
·Client Interaction:
Maintaining the correct presentation of the team and equipment on client sites and during transit. 
Requirements:
·Experience:
Typically requires at least three years of site experience as a qualified rigger or fitter, with strong mechanical knowledge. 
·Technical Skills:
Ability to operate various power tools, perform basic mechanical repairs, and understand and implement safety procedures. 
·Leadership Qualities:
Proven experience in a supervisory role, with strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. 
·Health and Safety:
Knowledge of relevant health and safety regulations and the ability to ensure a safe working environment. 
·Industry Knowledge:
Understanding of the specific requirements of heavy lifting and industrial engineering projects. 
 
 
 
 

My client are a construction and civil engineering contractor. They are looking to onboard a foreman to help deliver a new infrastructure and transport scheme in Oxford. The scope of works you will be responsible for overseeing will include drainage, kerbs, roadworks and associated civils.

Foreman responsibilities:

• Working alongside and reporting to the site manager.
• Site supervision.
• Allocation of labour.
• Plant and machinery checks.
• Record keeping.
• Task briefings.
• Managing health and safety.
• Liaising with the client and local authorities.

Foreman requirements:

• Right to work in the UK.
• NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
• CSCS card.
• SSSTS/ SMSTS.
• First aid.
• Previous experience with highways/ 278 work schemes.
• Full UK driving licence.

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Our team is the best in the industry - is it time for you to join us?

The Role:

Our nationwide Plant and Tool division hires a range of equipment including diggers, dumpers and small power tools to companies within the construction, utilities and infrastructure sectors.

As part of a fast-paced, busy depot, the Foreman is responsible for the efficient running of the workshop including maximising the availability of plant for hire, allocating/monitoring the workload of the depot Fitters and ensuring that all equipment is maintained and kept in working order at all times. As a Foreman, you will be responsible for supporting and developing your team to maximise performance whilst ensuring the health and safety of all employees within the depot workshop.

Candidates applying for the role of Foreman should demonstrate the following:

• Proven experience working as in a senior plant mechanic/fitter role with a relevant mechanical qualification or time served
• Sound and current knowledge of heavy plant machinery maintenance
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Ability to develop and manage teams within a fast-paced workshop environment
• A valid driving licence is essential

GAP Hire Solutions now has 10 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK. We're looking to recruit the best talent the industry has to offer to help us grow even further. As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy loads of benefits such as a staff social fund and loyalty holidays. Our in-house Learning & Development Team are dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best and as a company we are always keen to promote internally.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab)
• Overtime at an enhanced rate and Standby/Call Out rota

So what next?

If you think you fit the profile we would love to hear from you!

All you have to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we can take it from there.

GAP GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Our team is the best in the industry - is it time for you to join us?

The Role:

Our nationwide Plant and Tool division hires a range of equipment including diggers, dumpers and small power tools to companies within the construction, utilities and infrastructure sectors.

As part of a fast-paced, busy depot, the Foreman is responsible for the efficient running of the workshop including maximising the availability of plant for hire, allocating/monitoring the workload of the depot Fitters and ensuring that all equipment is maintained and kept in working order at all times. As a Foreman, you will be responsible for supporting and developing your team to maximise performance whilst ensuring the health and safety of all employees within the depot workshop.

Candidates applying for the role of Foreman should demonstrate the following:

• Proven experience working as in a senior plant mechanic/fitter role with a relevant mechanical qualification or time served
• Sound and current knowledge of heavy plant machinery maintenance
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Ability to develop and manage teams within a fast-paced workshop environment
• A valid driving licence is essential

GAP Hire Solutions now has 10 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK. We're looking to recruit the best talent the industry has to offer to help us grow even further. As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy loads of benefits such as a staff social fund and loyalty holidays. Our in-house Learning & Development Team are dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best and as a company we are always keen to promote internally.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab)
• Overtime at an enhanced rate and Standby/Call Out rota

So what next?

If you think you fit the profile we would love to hear from you!

All you have to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we can take it from there.

GAP GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Carrington West are seeking a Highways General Foreman to be based on a major highways project in Cambridgeshire .
 
Working on a National Highways project inCambridgeshire, you will be tasked with looking after the drainage package on this scheme.
 
As the successful General Foreman, you will be working alongside a team of Supervisors to ensure the project is delivered on time and within budget.
 
Experience with being a General Foreman on site especially within the Highways sector is a must here.
 
SMSTS/SSSTS will be required alongside experience with planning resource, RAMS and method statements.
 
For more information, please click APPLY NOW or call Jay Cochrane on (phone number removed).

FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this job technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for jobs very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current job for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Parking professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Jay at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
 
 

Role: Freelance Working foreman

Location: Workington

Job: Commercial Internal fit-out

Start Date: 8th September

Duration: 15 week project

Rate: £220 a day

Please submit your resume highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications for this position. Applications should be sent to (url removed)

We are looking for a SSSTS foreman to join my clients projects team.

You will be working on a contract basis across various projects including New builds, refurbs, extensions etc

Ideally looking for a working foreman with a carpentry background or general multi trader

Must hold SSSTS and CSCS