About the role
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Chargehand to join our Ground Engineering team.
Role purpose: To have day to day responsibilities of running a section of a site, liaising with and answerable to the Site Supervisor. Taking the lead site activities and to be the first point of contact for weekly site-based employees. Assisting Supervisor with the safe and efficient running of the contract on site, the management of equipment including resource and supporting to ensure that the company HSEQ system is implemented. Assisting Supervisor in promoting Excellence, Teamwork, Integrity and Respect. Chargehand must remain self-aware and promote best practice and company values at all times. Chargehand must ensure that they are familiar with the relevant company policies and procedures and that these are followed at all times.
What you'll be doing
The successful candidate will:
- Assist with HSE targets and ensure standards are maintained;
- Assist in ensuring the project has a relentless focus on Zero Harm, Defect free
delivery and sustainability principles;
- Promote the Golden Rules and site HSEQS initiatives;
- Ensure barriers for rig exclusion zone (double lock), making sure free of other plant equipment and ensuring access/egress gate is in the optimum location including relevant signage;
- Report any changes in ground condition to the site Supervisor immediately. Know
the expected strata prior to commencement of the works;
- Assist in monitoring inexperienced operatives;
- Notify the Site Supervisor of any matters that affect the progress of works
(including breakdowns & damages, etc.);
- Ensure daily maintenance checks are carried out, reports are correctly completed
on time and submitted to the site Supervisor;
- Be aware of project plans and schedules;
- Coordinate logistics including material handling, communications, transport,
plant and equipment;
- Co-ordinate with the site Supervisor and take an active role around the
mobilisation and de-mobilisation of the site;
- Learn and gain an understanding of safe systems of work, eliminating safety risks
through good logistics;
- Gain an understanding of the importance of logistics for programme success;
- Assist in production of as built records;
- Ensure all plant & equipment used on sites meets BB minimum plant;
specifications and pre-start checklist are completed;
- Coordinate and monitor works daily and record outcomes.
Who we're looking for
The successful candidate will have the following skills, knowledge and experience:
- Ability to communicate effectively with both the people they supervise and the
site management team;
- Ability to support improvement of safety and sustainability performance;
- Basic IT skills for the use of BIM and construction management tools;
- Development, Training, and coaching ability;
- Awareness of scheduling and programme management. Short-term planning for
the overall construction programme;
- Basic understanding of safety protocols and best practices;
- Understanding of quality assurance and quality control processes;
- Awareness of environmental sustainability practices and digital implementation;
- Knowledge of site method statements, procedures, risk assessments and site-
specific rules;
- Knowledge of piling techniques within discipline and procedures relating to Core discipline;
- Basic Mechanical knowledge of Ground Stabilisation and Piled Foundation
equipment;
- Awareness of regulatory agencies and ensuring compliance with regulations and
standards;
- Awareness of environmentally sustainable practices in construction projects;
- CSCS – Skilled Piling Operative;
- CPCS – Lift Supervisor – Slinger Signaller – Rig Attendant;
- CITB – SSSTS /SMSTS;
- First Aid;
- Fit For Role -Safety Critical Medical (SEQUAL Registered).
Why work for us
Our people are our biggest asset and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level.
Some of our key benefits are:
- An attractive/negotiated salary;
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays;
- Pension savings schemes;
- Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies;
- Access to our Refer and Earn scheme;
- Discretionary annual salary reviews.
About us
Balfour Beatty Ground Engineering is one of the UK’s leading specialist geo-technical contractors, providing innovative piling and ground improvement solutions across all sectors.
Our comprehensive ground engineering capabilities, equipment and experience provide the solid foundations for infrastructure and buildings of any height, ranging from city skyscrapers to cross-country rail and road projects.
Our reputation as one of the UK’s leading specialist geo-technical contractors is earned through the delivery of ground engineering solutions on some of the UK’s largest and most prestigious projects including HS2, The Shard, Wembley Stadium, Reading Station Viaduct, Marble Arch Place, Battersea Power Station redevelopment and the A14 Cambridge to Huntingdon improvement project.
Diversity and inclusion
At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone D&I Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion
We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/
Job Reference: BBUK19575
