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At Blackwell Earthmoving Limited, part of the Hargreaves Services Plc., we deliver large-scale bulk earthworks, soil stabilisation, and land restoration with precision and expertise. As a trusted partner on nationally significant projects including HS2, Sizewell C, and the Lower Thames Crossing we bring unrivalled capability to complex infrastructure schemes. From highways and rail networks to renewable energy developments, our solutions combine engineering excellence with environmental responsibility, creating sustainable foundations for future growth. As Foreman, you will take charge of the day-to-day delivery of our earthworks operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently acting as key point of contact for managing people, equipment, and materials within your section of the project. Your leadership will drive productivity while upholding the highest standards of safety and quality, making sure every aspect of the work is completed on time and to specification. This is a hands-on role where your ability to organise, communicate, and lead will be critical to the success of our projects.
Job Responsibility:
Ensure health and safety of the workforce and protect the environment by carrying out daily site visits and enforcing compliance with H&S policies
Maximise productivity by working closely with Supervisors, providing hands-on leadership and effective management techniques
Plan and deliver work in collaboration with the Works Manager and Engineering team, ensuring schedules and activities are followed
Maintain quality standards by applying approved construction methods, respecting ITPs, and ensuring no hold points are passed without sign-off
Manage materials by overseeing daily orders for essentials such as gas oil, water, AdBlue, imported stone and geotextiles
Keep accurate records by completing Daily Allocation Sheets and promoting digital record-keeping
Enforce plant checks by collecting daily reports and addressing any defective equipment promptly
Provide feedback and reporting on team performance and dynamics to support development, while not directly handling HR processes
Ensure compliance with company procedures, SOPs, Permit to Work Memos and client requirements
Requirements:
Demonstrate a strong commitment to health, safety and environmental standards
Lead and coordinate multiple earthworks teams to maximise production and minimise downtime
Possess solid knowledge of machine/application matching, production outputs and the Series 600 Specification for Highway Works
Apply GPS machine guidance effectively across operations
Interpret and deliver work in line with a 3-week programme
Ensure compliance with quality requirements, including ITPs and Hold Points
Communicate professionally with client representatives at all levels
Confidently protect the company’s interests when necessary