Works Supervisor West Midlands

As our Works Supervisor, you will join our Rail Arboriculture team - operating on rail sites throughout the Midlands & Yorkshire regions.
‍ ‍ As our Works Supervisor, you will be responsible for:

• Acting as main point of contact on delivery sites for internal and external stakeholders with responsibility for COOMBES activity/works
• Producing accurate scoping of works - working closely with the Project Manager to ensure understanding of delivery requirements and to inform communication
• Perform COSS duties on site as required, or other safety-critical roles, i.e.
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• Supervising, directing and motivating internal colleagues/external labour - providing clarity on tasks/work and problem-solving to ensure efficient and effective delivery
• Delivering toolbox talks, task and SSOW briefings to the delivery team, as required
• Providing daily reporting of activity and completed works to the Project Manager
• Undertaking site audits and inspections, ensuring the accurate completion of relevant paperwork
• Undertaking vehicle checks in line with company procedures, promptly reporting any issues to the appropriate person.
• Carrying out risk assessments on site, highlighting potential hazards whilst proactively suggesting ways of eliminating hazards and improving work methods ‍ ‍ To be successful as our Works Supervisor, we would ideally like you to have the following:

• Experience in a similar supervisory role
• Skill in rail vegetation clearance, with experience climbing and/or mechanised arboriculture
• PTS
• COSS
• SSSTS
• CSCS
• NPTC Brushcutting Operations (L2) ‍ ‍ What else are we looking for?
• You will be confident working with various tools and possess a good working knowledge of health and safety practices
• You will take pride in your work, completing tasks to a high standard - self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A natural ability to build good working relationships with clients and colleagues
• Methodical approach to problem-solving with excellent attention to detail ‍ The role can be physically demanding and involves working at height.
You will be required to work outside, so you must be happy to work in all that the British weather has to offer.
‍ What can you expect from us?
• Competitive basic salary (reviewed annually)
• Company vehicle & fuel card
• Annual bonus (based on company performance)
• Company pension scheme
• Training opportunities and support with personal/professional development
• Employee Assistance Programme - to support mental/physical health and provide legal/financial advice if required
• Access to online GP service for you/your family 24/7
• Rewards & discounts for retail/leisure & more
• Regular social events like our Summer Family Day & The COOMBESmas (Christmas) party
• Length of service awards to celebrate significant milestones
• Opportunities to support COOMBES Social Value objectives (community volunteering/fundraising, etc.) ‍ ‍ COOMBES UK are a leading Arboricultural and Forestry Contractor, with over 20 years' experience and expertise in the Forestry sector.
We have forged a strong industry reputation, and we believe we have an unrivalled skill set and peerless knowledge of Forestry work at all levels.
COOMBES play a key role within the Rail industry, providing a whole manner of off-track solutions, and minor civils works, in partnership with Network Rail and other major contractors.
Following recent, significant growth, we currently have some exciting projects underway in woodland management, timber harvesting, rail and civils works across the UK.
We have a strong record of achievement and are committed to meeting the growing demands for safe and efficient delivery.
A family-run SME, we believe in working collaboratively and operating as one team.
Our success is only achieved through the hard work, dedication and skill of our people.
Operating with transparency and integrity in all that we do, we take responsibility for our actions, empowering and supporting each other to be the best, most authentic version of ourselves consistently.
‍ ‍ Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities, whilst ensuring that all employees and applicants are treated fairly and with respect.
Even if you don't meet all the qualifications or have all the experience listed, we still encourage you to apply.
You may just be the ideal candidate for this role, or suitable for future vacancies.
We are always keen to speak with talented individuals with an interest in joining us here at COOMBES and look forward to hearing from you soon.
‍ ‍ Agency Notice We do not accept unsolicited CVs and will not be responsible for any fees relating to this.
Please contact the Recruitment Team for further information.
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