Surfacing Chargehand

Nicol of Skene Ltd, a respected and long-established civil engineering and groundwork contractor based in Aberdeenshire, is seeking a dedicated **Surfacing Chargehand** to join our experienced team on a permanent, full-time basis.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Assist in the supervision of the surfacing teams to ensure works meet standards, comply with contract specification and prevent remedial actions
- Assist with the preparation and issue of job instructions and ensure daily point of work risk assessment & briefing records are completed correctly.
- Produce and deliver key job information to Line Manager
- Ensure that all statutory and contractual requirements are met timeously for all projects under your control
- Assist Quantity Surveyor/Sites Manager during site visits with measurements as and when required
- Assist in identifying works outside the contract scope and report to Management and Commercial team.
- Know, understand and follow the contract programme, and report on progress to Line Manager
- Know, understand and follow the contract Bill of Quantities, and report on progress to Line Manager
- Ensuring surfacing team produce high-quality finish and safe site practices
- Working as part of a team on both public and private sector contracts

**Requirements**:

- Previous supervisory experience in road surfacing or tarring operations preferred
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to work outdoors in all conditions
- Ability to work well within a team environment
- Attention to detail and commitment to health & safety standards
- HGV Licence (Class 2 or above**)** - _advantageous but not essential_

**What We Offer**:

- Permanent, full-time role with consistent work
- Competitive pay and overtime opportunities
- Private Health Care
- Pension
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Supportive team environment with long-term career prospects
- Development opportunities where appropriate

If you’re hardworking, dependable, and take pride in a job well done, we’d love to hear from you.

**Nicol of Skene is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. We value teamwork, quality and continuous improvement and we’re excited to welcome new talent to support our continued growth.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £12.21 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Private medical insurance

Application question(s):

- Authorised to work in the UK without restrictions or sponsorship

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person