Site Manager

We require an experienced Site Manager or Site Supervisor to work closely with the Project Manager to successfully deliver Rail Arboriculture and vegetation projects across the Kent and Sussex regions on either a contract (3-6 months rolling), permanent or temp to perm contract. 

You will proactively liaise with clients and internal colleagues to ensure smooth operations, monitor progress and provide an excellent service at all times. By successfully managing work activities, materials and site labour resources, you'll ensure that agreed projects are delivered on time, to budget and in compliance with internal quality standards and Network Rail requirements.  

As an effective on site leader, you'll empower Site Supervisors to confidently carry out their duties and excel in their role.  You'll maintain project schedules so that projects stick to agreed timelines, and will take effective corrective action to address any problems that are identified along the way.

‍About you:

• You'll ideally have proven experience of working on Rail Arboriculture and vegetation projects.
• Professional qualifications in Arboriculture would be advantageous
• You will hold PTS, COSS and SMSTS (or equivalent) competencies.
• With excellent interpersonal skills, you’ll enjoy building effective and productive working relationships with clients, sub-contractors and colleagues alike.
• Be able to plan the logistics needed to deliver works within agreed timescales.
• Possess an excellent understanding of Rail health, safety and environment practices and of Network Rail requirements
• Have previous experience of producing Safe Works Packs.

‍The role will require you to be a self-motivated team member who can work both independently and ‘muck-in’ as part of a team.  You will take pride in your work, complete tasks to a high standard.