Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Working Foreman
Working Foreman at Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited, based in Bala, Wales, paying £200 - £300 per day. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £200 - £300 per day
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Bala, Wales
- Closing date
- Sector
- Site Manager
- CSCS card
29% below the typical rate for site manager
Reference 57535977
About the role
Your New Company:
A well-established civil engineering and groundworks contractor with a strong presence across North Wales is seeking an experienced Working Foreman to join their team on a major earthworks project in Bala. The business has an excellent reputation for delivering infrastructure, highways, drainage, and bulk earthworks schemes safely and efficiently, with a growing pipeline of secured work across the region.
Your New Role:
As Working Foreman, you will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations on a large earthworks scheme, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to the required quality standards.
Key duties will include:
- Supervising site operatives, plant operators, and subcontractors
- Coordinating daily earthworks activities, including cut and fill operations
- Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed at all times
- Conducting site briefings, toolbox talks, and daily activity planning
- Monitoring productivity and progress against programme
- Liaising with Site Managers, Engineers, and clients on site
- Managing permits, site paperwork, and daily records
- Supporting the delivery of drainage, roads, and associated civil engineering works
What You'll Need to Succeed:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Previous experience as a Working Foreman, General Foreman, or Site Supervisor within earthworks or civil engineering projects
- Strong knowledge of bulk earthworks, drainage, and groundworks operations
- Experience managing site teams and subcontractors
- SSSTS or SMSTS certification
- Valid CSCS card
- First Aid qualification (preferred)
- A proactive approach to health and safety
- Full UK driving licence
What You'll Get in Return:
- Competitive daily rate or salary package depending on experience
- Long-term project with further work available upon completion
- Opportunity to work with a respected regional contractor
- Immediate start available
- Supportive management team and strong project pipeline
- Weekly pay for freelance contractors
What You Need to Do Now:
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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Reference: 57535977 · Posted 20 minutes ago · Closes 17 Dec 2026 · Listed via Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
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