Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Foreman (Muck Shift – Transportation Infrastructure) to oversee and coordinate bulk earthworks and muck shift operations on a busy Section 278 highways project in Bristol. You will lead site gangs and plant operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and well-coordinated movement of materials in line with programme and engineering requirements.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and supervise site operatives and plant teams involved in muck shift and bulk earthworks operations
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Manage cut and fill activities, ensuring material is moved efficiently to achieve formation levels and design requirements
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Coordinate excavation, haul routes, stockpiling, and disposal/reuse of materials on site
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Oversee operation of excavators, dumpers, dozers, and associated plant to maximise productivity and safety
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Deliver supporting transportation infrastructure works including highways formation, drainage interfaces, and platform preparation
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Conduct daily risk assessment briefings, method statement briefings, and toolbox talks
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Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, particularly in live traffic or constrained urban environments
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Plan and coordinate plant, labour, and haulage to maintain programme targets and reduce downtime
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Ensure safe systems of work when working around live services, embankments, and unstable ground conditions
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Interpret earthworks drawings, cut/fill models, and construction programmes into daily site activities
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Monitor progress of muck shift operations against levels, surveys, and engineering requirements
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Supervise subcontractors and haulage contractors, ensuring performance aligns with programme and quality expectations
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Maintain clear communication with site management, engineers, and survey teams
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Proactively identify and resolve logistical, ground condition, or productivity issues
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Complete company IT systems induction and training within the first 1–3 months
Requirements
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Section 278 Works experience essential
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Proven experience as a Foreman on muck shift, bulk earthworks, or large infrastructure projects
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CITB SMSTS or SSSTS (depending on project requirements)
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CSCS Supervisor Card
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First Aid at Work certification
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Safety Critical Medical (as required by site)
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Strong understanding of earthworks operations, levels, and construction sequencing
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Experience managing plant-heavy operations (excavators, dumpers, dozers, haul routes)
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Experience working in live highway or transportation infrastructure environments
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Reliable, proactive, and able to manage multiple gangs and plant movements
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Right to work in the UK
Desirable
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CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) Excavator (Tracked)
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CPCS / NPORS Dozer
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CPCS / NPORS Forward Tipping Dumper
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CPCS / NPORS Ride-On Roller
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GPS machine control awareness or experience
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NRSWA (Street Works) qualification
Please note: NPORS cards must be CSCS-affiliated and carry the CSCS hologram to meet client requirements. Support can be provided to achieve compliance if required.
What We Offer
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Competitive rates with weekly pay
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Ongoing pipeline of transportation infrastructure and Section 278 highway projects
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Long-term opportunities across major earthworks and civils packages
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Access to further training, certifications, and plant tickets as required
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Progression opportunities into senior supervisory or site management roles
How to Apply
Send your CV and relevant certifications to [email protected] or call 01342 840084, quoting Foreman – Muck Shift – Bristol.
