Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) owns vessels and harbour infrastructure necessary for vital ferry services serving many communities throughout Scotland. We have a strategic mandate to continue improving Scotland’s ferry network. We are looking for enthusiastic, innovative individuals to join us to support the development and maintenance of safe, efficient, reliable ports and harbours that serve Scotland’s islands.
We are recruiting for a Construction Project Site Supervisor on a fixed term contract for 2 years (subject to review and possible extension after this period) to help deliver our portfolio of works adopting new technologies, to upgrade facilities to accommodate new vessels, maintain existing infrastructure, and construct new ferry terminals.
The role
- Support with the site supervision duties for the delivery of Small Vessel Replacement Programme (SVRP) projects and other CMAL projects as required. SVRP project sites being progressed by CMAL are located across the west coast and north-west of Scotland including Colintraive, Portavadie, Largs, Tarbert Loch Fyne, Tobermory, Lochaline and Kilchoan.
- Act as CMAL’s custodian for quality on site, and independently monitor construction works to ensure compliance with the scope of works.
- Work with CMAL’s Project Managers, external contractors and/or external engineering consultants and others as necessary.
- Work closely with the construction team on site and ensure agreed RAMS are in place, agree the Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) as required and ensure relevant quality checks and tests are done.
- Conduct regular site inspections, identifying and eliminating potential safety hazards and handle onsite incidents in accordance with incident response protocols.
- Record and report any variations which may change the forecast delivery dates, budget or quality to the Project Manager.
- Support the project manager with regular updates on the progress of works with weekly updates and monthly progress reports.
- Health & Safety, Quality & Environmental responsibilities including:
o Review of Principal Contractor and Sub-contractor RAMS.
o Ensuring projects are managed in compliance with the CDM Regulations.
o Ensuring HSE related documents are kept up to date, submitted and filed appropriately.
o Liaising with third parties as required to ensure compliance with all standards, legislation, regulation and best practice.
o Ensuring all works are in accordance with established health and safety, quality and environmental procedures and in compliance with any license conditions.
Who are we looking for?
CMAL requires motivated, professional, and diligent people with a proactive and creative approach to problem solving and the ability to work flexibly, both within a team and autonomously. We are particularly looking for people with the following skills, experience, and attributes:
Minimum of 5+ years' experience using NEC3/NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) in a supervisor, clerk of works, or project management role.- NVQ Level 4 or SVQ equivalent in Construction Site Supervision. A Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is desirable.
- Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) or SSSTS (Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme) certification is desirable.
- CSCS card (Gold)
- Strong background in civil engineering or construction
- Proven understanding of CDM 2015 Regulations.
- Valid UK driving license is essential for visiting multiple sites
- Ability to interpret complex technical drawings, specifications, and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
- Pro-active, good communication and presentation skills, and be able to solve complex problems.
What’s in it for you?
A rewarding and evolving working environment in a future thinking organisation.
In addition to an attractive salary (placing on the scale is dependent on qualifications and experience) we offer a benefits package that includes:
- 30 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays per year
- A defined benefit pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Optional healthcare scheme
- Free ferry travel
- Employee assistance programme
- Wellbeing hour every month
- Support for further personal and professional development.
The work environment
The logistics of carrying out the job will require working away from home and travel to remote islands and locations as required, with some flexible remote working as mutually agreed to serve the communities that rely on our infrastructure.
How to apply and further information
Please refer to CMAL’s website https://www.cmassets.co.uk/about-us/current-vacancies/ for full Job Description and Person Specification.
To apply, please send your CV with a covering letter (applications without a covering letter will not be considered) stating the title of the role with details of how you meet the person specification to [email protected]
Closing date for applications: 14/08/2026, at 12:00.
