General Foreman

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for an experienced General Foreman to be engaged on a Permanent basis, in Cumbria.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and supervise a team of labourers and tradespeople, ensuring that work is carried out safely and efficiently
• Plan and schedule work, including material procurement and resource allocation
• Monitor and control project costs, ensuring that budgets are met
• Ensure that work is carried out in accordance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders to resolve any issues or queries
• Ensure that the quality of work is maintained to a high standard

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as a General Foreman in the civil industry
• Strong knowledge of civil construction and earth moving methods and materials
• Experience in managing and supervising a team of labourers and tradespeople
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced General Foreman to join a leading organization in the civil industry.

If you have a passion for civil work and a commitment to delivering high-quality results, we want to hear from you.

We would welcome the opportunity to discuss this role informally.

Why We're Different:

Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients' mission critical objectives.

Smarter, faster, more agile - we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge. We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them

We do Nuclear. We only do Nuclear. We do all of Nuclear.

Powering a Diverse Nuclear Future:

• Recognised Training Scheme or Apprenticeship (CITB/Company Training Scheme).
• Site Installation/Maintenance experience (preferred) in Nuclear Industry/Power Generation.
• Aware of Nuclear Class 1 Installation Requirements and Standards.
• Hold relevant CSCS card for their trades/skills.
• Be prepared to have Compulsory and Random Drugs & Alcohol Testing.
• Be over 18 years of age.
• Hold valid licences, tickets, authorisations for the roles they have been appointed to.
• Have carried out Manual Handling training.
• Are fully conversant with the Health and Safety at work act Have experience working on a building/Construction environment.
• Are fit and healthy to undertake Physical/Manual labour.
• Disclose any medical conditions for which they are undergoing treatment and if they carry any "in case emergency medication".
• Provide evidence of all qualifications (which must be in date) for the SQEP file.

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