Civils Supervisor

Apex Resources Limited are on the lookout for a 278 Civils Supervisor in Haslingden, BB4

To be considered, you will come from a Highways, Utilities or Civil Engineering background and hold relevant Supervisor accreditation under the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA), with demonstrable experience supervising Section 278 and highway works.

• Ensuring works comply with the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 and the Traffic Management Act 2004
• Monitoring compliance with Street Works permits and conditions issued by the Highway Authority
• Reviewing and checking RAMS and Traffic Management Plans (TMPs), ensuring they are communicated effectively to operatives
• Carrying out regular site inspections to ensure safe systems of work and zero tolerance of unsafe practices
• Ensuring signing, lighting and guarding are compliant with Chapter 8 requirements
• Liaising with the Principal Contractor and Local Authority to ensure permits are received, varied, or closed out correctly and on time

• Monitoring street works progress in line with permit durations and agreed programmes
• Identifying risks to programme, including overrun risks, and escalating where necessary
• Coordinating subcontractors and operatives to minimise disruption to the public and network
• Supporting collaborative working with utilities, local authorities and stakeholders

• Ensuring reinstatements comply with the Specification
• Conducting regular inspections to ensure materials and workmanship meet required standards
• Recording and managing defects, ensuring timely remedial works
• Maintaining accurate records including site photographs, inspection reports and compliance documentation
• Supporting quality handover documentation where required

• Strong knowledge of NRSWA legislation and permit schemes
• Good communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to challenge unsafe or non-compliant practices
• Experience using Street Manager and permit management systems
• Competent in reviewing drawings and traffic management layouts
• Good record-keeping and reporting skills

• NRSWA Supervisor Accreditation (Units )
• IOSH Managing Safely or SSSTS/SMSTS
• Valid CSCS Card (Supervisory level)
• First Aid at Work (desirable)
• Temporary Works awareness (desirable)