Earthworks Supervisor

FREELANCE EARTHWORKS SUPERVISOR
📍 Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
📅 Start Date: Immediate
📝 Contract Type: Freelance – PAYE
💰 Rate: Competitive day rate (DOE)

We’re urgently looking for an experienced Earthworks Supervisor to join a major civil engineering project in Ipswich. This is a freelance role with an immediate start, ideal for someone who’s ready to hit the ground running and take control of fast-paced site operations.

Role Responsibilities:

* Supervise and coordinate all earthworks activities on-site (cut/fill, muck shift, compaction, etc.)

* Lead site teams and subcontractors, ensuring work is completed safely and to high standards.

* Manage daily site operations, report progress, and resolve on-site issues efficiently.

* Monitor HSE compliance and quality control across all works.

* Liaise with project managers, engineers, and other key stakeholders to maintain programme deadlines.

Essential Requirements:

* Strong track record in supervising earthworks on civil engineering projects.

* SMSTS or SSSTS.

* Relevant tickets (CPCS/NPORS) highly desirable.

* Solid understanding of ground conditions, plant operations, and health & safety.

* Ability to work independently and take initiative on site.

What’s on Offer:

* Competitive day rate

* Immediate start on a long-term project

* Opportunity to work with a well-established and professional team