Work Manager

LOCATION: Peterhead

JOB TYPE: Contract – PAYE

About the Role

TEXO Recruitment is looking to speak with an experienced Works Manager to take overall responsibility for the management, leadership and control of site operations within a rail and highways environment.

You will lead a multi-disciplinary site team, including Foremen, General Foremen and labour, ensuring that direct employees and subcontractors are appropriately supervised and that the correct resources are in place to deliver works safely, efficiently and in line with the project programme.

The successful candidate will have strong experience managing site operations, excellent health and safety awareness and the ability to lead teams while maintaining high standards of quality and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day management and coordination of site works.
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with health and safety legislation, approved RAMS and company procedures.
• Promote a Zero Harm culture and implement behavioural safety initiatives.
• Ensure daily checks, site records and reporting requirements are completed accurately.
• Manage direct labour, subcontractors and site supervisors, ensuring appropriate resources and competencies are in place.
• Oversee the ordering, management and efficient use of site plant, tools and equipment.
• Manage site logistics and ensure materials are ordered and controlled to minimise waste.
• Monitor and contribute to the planning and delivery of site programmes.
• Ensure environmental controls and project-specific requirements are implemented.
• Lead site inductions, daily briefings, toolbox talks, task safety briefings and Short Interval Control meetings.
• Ensure HSEQ procedures and quality control processes are consistently followed.
• Maintain comprehensive daily site records and provide reports or investigations when required.
• Brief supervisors on company policies and ensure these are understood and implemented.
• Ensure Black Hat assessments are completed for all site supervisors.
• Work closely with site teams to develop, monitor and maintain construction programmes.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions where required.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a Works Manager or similar site management role.
• Experience working within rail and highways environments.
• Valid Sentinel Personal Track Safety (PTS) card.
• Proven experience managing both direct labour and subcontractor workforces.
• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation, RAMS and site safety procedures.
• Demonstrable track record of maintaining high health and safety standards.
• Understanding of Zero Harm principles and a commitment to achieving the highest safety standards.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Strong communication, leadership and decision-making skills.

Desirable

• Experience or knowledge of mechanical and electrical (M&E) works.

Skills & Attributes

We're looking for someone who:

• Can confidently lead and manage multi-disciplinary site teams.
• Takes a proactive approach to health, safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Has strong organisational and planning skills.
• Can manage resources effectively and keep works on programme.
• Communicates clearly and can make decisive decisions under pressure.
• Builds positive working relationships with clients, subcontractors and site teams.
• Leads by example and promotes a positive safety culture.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to take a key leadership role within a rail and highways environment.
• Involvement in managing multi-disciplinary site operations.
• Opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of major infrastructure works.

To apply, please contact Hannah Thomson at TEXO Recruitment on View phone number on uk.workus.org or email your CV to ***email_hidden***