Danny Sullivan Group is recruiting an experienced Earthworks Supervisor to support major bulk earthworks operations on the HS2 high-speed rail project in the Aylesbury area.
This is an excellent opportunity to take a leading role in the delivery of large-scale cut and fill activities, material movements, ground engineering, and earthmoving works on one of the UK's largest infrastructure projects.
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Supervise and coordinate daily bulk earthworks activities across site
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Oversee earthmoving plant, operators, groundworkers, and labour teams, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to programme
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Manage cut and fill operations, material placement, compaction, and ground preparation works in accordance with project specifications
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Ensure compliance with RAMS, ITPs, and all site quality requirements
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Monitor levels, tolerances, and earthworks progress against design and engineering standards
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Coordinate GPS machine-controlled plant operations and work closely with engineers and survey teams
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Liaise with site management, engineers, subcontractors, and operatives to maintain productivity and workflow
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Deliver daily briefings, inductions, and toolbox talks
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Maintain accurate records including inspections, permits, progress reports, and quality documentation
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Identify and escalate hazards, delays, and non-conformances
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Drive a positive health, safety, and environmental culture in line with HS2 requirements
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Valid Gold CSCS Card (Supervisory Level)
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SSSTS or SMSTS (essential)
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CPCS/NPORS plant tickets (desirable)
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Safety Critical Medical (or willingness to undertake)
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Proven experience supervising bulk earthworks on major infrastructure or civil engineering projects
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Strong understanding of cut and fill operations, material management, ground stabilisation, and compaction requirements
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Experience working with Tier 1 contractors or on large-scale infrastructure projects (HS2 experience advantageous)
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Knowledge of GPS machine control systems and surveying coordination
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Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and earthworks documentation
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Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
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Right to work in the UK
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£30 per hour (CIS/UTR)
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Weekly pay
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Long-term ongoing work
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Opportunity to work with a leading UK contractor
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Career-enhancing experience on one of Europe's largest infrastructure schemes
Join the HS2 project and play a key role in delivering major bulk earthworks operations that form the foundation of the UK's future high-speed rail network. This is a long-term opportunity to develop your career on a nationally significant infrastructure project.
Apply today to secure your position on HS2 in the Aylesbury area.
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