Grounworks Supervisor

Groundworks Supervisor - Woolwich Project duration: Ongoing Salary: £250.00 per shift Job Type: Full-time, Temporary Site Hours: 07.30am - 17.30pm UKR Group is looking for an experienced Groundworks Supervisor to start…

Pay rate £250 – £260/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 15 September 2026

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Groundworks Supervisor - Woolwich

Project duration: Ongoing

Salary: £250.00 per shift

Job Type: Full-time, Temporary

Site Hours: 07.30am - 17.30pm

UKR Group is looking for an experienced Groundworks Supervisor to start ASAP in a job in Woolwich.

Responsibilities:

· Oversee and coordinate all groundworks activities on-site, ensuring compliance with project plans, specifications, and safety regulations.

· Manage a team of groundworkers, plant operators, and subcontractors to deliver works to agreed deadlines and quality standards.

· Interpret and implement engineering drawings, setting-out information, and method statements.

· Monitor site progress, identifying and resolving any delays, defects, or technical issues.

· Liaise with site management, engineers, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.

· Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks, and risk assessments in line with health and safety legislation.

· Ensure the proper use, maintenance, and storage of tools, equipment, and plant.

· Maintain accurate site records, including timesheets, delivery notes, and progress reports.

· Ensure environmental standards are adhered to, including waste management and pollution prevention measures.

Skills:

· Strong leadership and team management abilities, with proven experience supervising site operatives.

· Excellent knowledge of groundworks techniques, including drainage, foundations, kerbing, paving, and service installation.

· Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and set-out information.

· Proficient understanding of health and safety regulations and site risk management.

· Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to liaise with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.

· Problem-solving skills with the ability to make decisions under pressure.

· Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.

· Competent IT skills for site reporting and record-keeping.

Requirements

· CSCS card

· SSSTS Card

· First Aid

· Proven experience as a Groundworks Supervisor or similar role within the construction industry.

· Up-to-date knowledge of building regulations and health and safety legislation in the UK.

All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.

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