Supervisor

SupervisorBasingstokePermanentCompetitive + Flexible Benefits

Summary

The role is Supervisor (OHL) and is predominantly field based. The main purpose of this role is to manage multiple teams of field operatives, with responsibility for programming, site safety and logistics. The role reports directly to the Assistant/Project Manager.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

• Install, build and refurbish overhead lines up to 33kV.
• Carry out all work in accordance with the standards, policies and procedures of Freedom and its customers.
• Maintain and develop own competence in accordance with legislative changes and customer requirements.
• Provide guidance to team members to ensure the safe, effective and efficient implementation of Freedom's operations.
• Monitor and report on progress of work and performance of teams to the Project Manager and others as required.
• Actively monitor teams within your line management responsibility.
• Liaise closely with Project Manager/Assistant to ensure co-ordinated use of all resources for effective completion of work.
• Provide guidance on and monitor your team's approach to safety rules and procedures.
• Liaise with third parties to ensure the smooth implementation of work.
• Maintain awareness of and conform to Freedom's SHE policy and issued safety instructions.
• Maintain site safety at all times and complete daily risk assessments where required.
• Ensure all team members conform to instructions stated in method statements and risk assessments.
• Ensure that accidents and near misses are suitably reported, recorded and investigated and that remedial action is carried out promptly.
• Report any concerns regarding SHE to the SHE team and your Manager.
• Adhere to and implement Freedom's values.
• Complete all work to high standards.
• Control all aspects of Traffic Management.
• Take charge in emergencies, ensuring correct procedures are followed.
• Conduct site safety inspections (SSI's) and complete associated paperwork

What we're looking for:

Required qualifications:

• Freedom Driver Permit/Driving Licence
• First Aid
• Manual Handling
• Working at Height
• Winch Operation
• IPAF 1b MEWP Operation
• IOSH Managing Safely
• NRSWA Supervisor
• City & Guilds 2322
• DNO Authorisation (up to 33kV & Live Line Working, Polarity Training, Sub-Station Entry)
• Safe Digging Techniques
• Environmental Awareness
• CDM Awareness
• Site Supervisor's Safety Training Scheme

What would be beneficial:

• Minimum 5yrs practical experience of Overhead Lines works up to 33kV.
• Sound knowledge of Health & Safety and its practical implications.
• Strong Communication skills.
• Good I.T. Skills.

Next Steps

As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.

We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

About Us

Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.

You will be working as part of a team where we are committed to creating a culture where we treat each other fairly and with respect, recognising everyone as an individual.

Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.