Site Operations Supervisor

Operations Supervisor (Construction material testing)

Leicester based office with ocasional travel

Up to £40k basic + Car + Bonus

W Talent is supporting a growing, project-driven organisation within site services and engineering. We're looking for a Operations Supervisor to take ownership of day-to-day project delivery, team coordination, and operational performance across multiple sites.

The Role:

As a Operations Supervisor, you'll oversee the planning, coordination, and delivery of site-based projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and to specification. Supporting the Site Operations Manager, you'll act as a key link between technicians, clients, suppliers, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Delivery

* Oversee planning, execution, and completion of site services projects (Asphalts or Earthworks)

* Ensure delivery against deadlines, budgets, and client requirements

* Track progress and provide regular updates to clients and stakeholders

* Allocate resources effectively to maximise productivity

Team Leadership

* Supervise, mentor, and support site technicians

* Manage schedules via the jobs board to balance workload and utilisation

* Ensure team alignment with company standards and project objectives

Operational Efficiency

* Identify and implement process improvements to improve delivery and efficiency

* Troubleshoot issues such as delays, resource gaps, or equipment failures

Quality & Compliance

* Work with quality teams to ensure testing meets industry and client standards

* Maintain high standards across all site activities

Health & Safety

* Enforce safety procedures across all sites

* Conduct inspections and proactively manage risk

Scheduling & Coordination

* Build and maintain detailed project schedules

* Coordinate with customers, suppliers, and internal teams

Communication & Reporting

* Act as the main point of contact for project-related queries

* Maintain accurate records and produce progress, safety, and performance reports

Key Requirements:

Experience:

* Proven experience supervising site-based projects or operations (Asphalts or Earthworks)

* Background in engineering, services, or technical environments

* Strong understanding of scheduling, resource planning, and project delivery

Skills:

* Strong leadership and people management

* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement

* Problem-solving and decision-making ability

* Organised, detail-focused, and deadline-driven

Attributes:

* Proactive and solutions-focused

* Calm under pressure

* Safety-conscious with high standards

* Team-oriented with a delivery mindset

What's on offer:

* A key supervisory role with real responsibility and visibility

* Opportunity to influence processes and improve site performance

* Supportive management structure

* Competitive salary up to £40k + EV Car and charging

* 25 days holiday + BH