Trainee Foreman

Career Opportunity: Trainee Foreman

We are recruiting for a Trainee Foreman. Here at Jackson we are dynamic, innovative and focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting and varied projects. We want our people to succeed both in work and life and to support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

We are now recruiting for a Trainee Foreman for our Highways Division, so easy access to the M25 is a must. A further learning programme will be provided which could be in the form of an apprenticeship.

Main Duties for the Trainee Foreman will include:

• Direct the work of operatives and sub-contractors.
• Ensure environmental systems are implemented satisfactorily.
• Carry out toolbox talks on a regular basis.
• Ensure use of materials to be in accordance with specification.
• Plan and order materials and plant to achieve programmes.
• Check and ensure that operatives and sub-contractors have necessary competencies.
• Ensure that works proceed in accordance with site programmes.
• Ensure all plant on site is suitable for the task and conforms to current legislation.
• Ensure all work complies with quality, safety and environmental policies and the requirements of the company procedures.

Are you the person we are looking for?

We need someone who is conscientious, hardworking, IT competent and is excellent at keeping records. Experience in people management and motivation of staff is desirable but not essential.

You will have experience in the UK civils sector, working with the NEC form of contract. You must also have a relevant industry qualification (SMSTS or equivalent). You will have significant main contractor civils experience ideally in highways, infrastructure and structures.

Excellent benefits package and personal development opportunities:

We don t just offer a great place to work with a supportive, family atmosphere. We also offer:

• Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)
• Company car or car allowance
• Company pension scheme (we match up to 8%)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)
• Extensive training programmes
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform
• Free on-site parking
• Company social calendar
• Regular fun days and a broad range of charity events
• A supportive business that genuinely wants to help you progress in your career.
• The Great Escape leaving early every Friday!

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We also place high importance on our inclusive recruitment policy and will do our very best to support those applicants who may need adjustments in order to take part in the recruitment process. Please do let us know if you require any additional assistance or adjustments.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore if we have not responded to your application within two weeks please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.