Site Agent
Based in Newsham (Northumberland)
£450 – 550 per day
12 month rolling contract
I am currently recruiting for a Site Agent with a background in major rail and infrastructure projects to join a major rail project based in Newsham, Northumberland.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Ensure work is executed in a safe manner meeting legal guidelines set out in health safety and requirements and environmental compliance
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Day to day management of a section of works including the supervision and monitoring of the site team and supply chain
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Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental requirements are adhered to
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Safety / Quality / Programme and Production
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Manage multiple packages of work in conjunction with the commercial team taking full ownership of the costs for section of work assigned
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Manage site activities to ensure work is completed on time and within budget
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Review Method Statements and Risk Assessments and make improvements as appropriate;
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Guide and coach subordinates in technical requirements and techniques of setting out;
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Deliver end product to customer satisfaction
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Implement appropriate policies and procedures
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Promote best practice amongst engineering staff and encourage their career progression
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Develop the directly employed labour including, supervision, appraisals, training, absence management and motivation
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Ensure works are completed on time, within budget and to specification
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Develop and promote best practice and business improvement within the organisation
REQUIREMENTS:
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Previously worked on heavy civil based projects is essential
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Worked for or with Tier 1 contractors
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Able to lead team and section of works to a high standard
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Previous experience working as an Agent or similar positions
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Previously managed site teams & packages of work
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Relevant industry qualification (HND/HNC/BEng or equivalent)
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Holds relevant tickets/qualifications. i.e. CSCS, SMSTS
If this position is of interest to you, please apply with an updated copy of your CV
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