Senior Supervisor

Volker Laser repairs, strengthens and waterproofs concrete and steel structures, offering a tailored package of specialist works to clients across the UK. Our structural solutions include bridge deck waterproofing, expansion joints, concrete repair and cathodic protection works, steel repair and strengthening work, carbon fibre and temporary works, jacking and bearing replacement. We also provide specialist lightweight decking and access solutions, as well as being specialists in long bridge and cable refurbishment.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Supervisor to join our team in Scotland on works across the Central belt.

Our Senior Supervisors are the heartbeat of our projects, leading our teams on the ground, shaping our site culture and ensuring every task is completed safely, skilfully and to the quality Volker Laser is known for.

• Responsible for overseeing complex or multi‑site operations, they bring clarity, coordination and confidence to busy environments.
• Acting as the bridge between Site Management and frontline operatives, they champion teamwork, professionalism and high performance, ensuring strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and colleagues at all levels.
• Ensure full HSE compliance and promote a strong safety culture on site.
• Lead and supervise site operations to deliver work safely and efficiently.
• Plan works, allocate resources, and manage site teams.
• Identify and manage risks, ensuring safe systems of work are followed.
• Ensure all work meets quality standards, specifications, and ITPs.
• Lead by example and support the development and performance of the team.

• Previous experience on civil projects.
• Ability to produce Work Package Plans, Task Briefing Sheets, and safe systems of work.
• Knowledge of Safety, Quality and Environmental issues.
• SSSTS.
• A degree (or nearest equivalent) in Civil Engineering related subject.

If your past experience doesn’t match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.

Volker Laser is under the umbrella of Volker Wessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within Volker Wessels UK, Volker Laser are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday.
• Option to buy additional annual leave.
• Private medical care.
• Pension.
• Life Assurance.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts.
• Training and development opportunities - comprehensive skills‑based training.
• Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Employee Assistance programme.
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support.
• 24/7 Virtual GP service.

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, Volker Wessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

Volker Wessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.