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Abatec are currently recruiting for a General Foreman, to join our client, a leading Civil Engineering Contractor, to work on AMP8 of the Southern Water Framework, which will deliver upgrades to water and wastewater assets, including treatment sites, pumping stations and reservoirs, during Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8) and beyond.

The successful candidate will be working at a water supply works in Southampton which will be responsible for refurbishing and making improvements to abstraction points from the River Test, pumping stations and flow and filtration assets. The work will also include upgrading the rapid gravity filtration facilities and repurposing contact reservoir tanks at the site.

Reporting directly to the Site Manager, you will play a key role in coordinating and supervising a section of work on a major project or taking full site responsibility on smaller projects. You will ensure that HSQE (Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental), programme, and budget requirements are consistently met while maintaining the highest standards of site management.

As a General Foreman you will:

* Support the Site Manager in the safe and efficient setup of sites, including the implementation of framework systems and procedures.

* Proactively apply and enforce methods to maximise effective use of resources.

* Assess security risks on-site and implement appropriate measures to protect assets.

* Uphold and enforce safety policies and procedures, ensuring full compliance with statutory requirements.

* Act as Site Safety Supervisor for the section of work under your control.

* Ensure all site statutory inspections, safety reports, and compliance checks are completed accurately and on time.

* Assist in the preparation of construction programmes, Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and Action Plans.

* Foster open communication with site operatives and maintain a positive working relationship with the client’s on-site teams.

* Provide accurate reporting to support site and project management teams.

* Contribute to building a strong and reputable site culture with a focus on safety, quality, and client collaboration.

Our client requires a General Foreman with:

* ONC or HNC qualification in a construction discipline (desirable)

* SMSTS qualification (Essential)

* First Aid qualification (Essential)

* Confined Space Training (Preferable)

* Experience within the water sector.

* A solid understanding of HSQE procedures and the ability to enforce them effectively.

* Strong communication and organisational skills.

* Experienced in IT Packages e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.

Salary and benefits include:

* £50,000 - £55,000 per annum

* Car allowance

* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

* Option to purchase an additional 5 days leave

* Employer contribution pension scheme

* Private medical insurance

* Life assurance

* Health insurance

* Plus additional company benefits

If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Hayley Fisher on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed).

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