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Highways Supervisor
Requisition ID: 11795
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Site Supervisor – Highways Construction & Maintenance to join our Area 12 Maintenance & Response (M&R) team, based at Birdwell Depot.
In this role, you will support the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of highways construction and maintenance schemes across the strategic road network. You will supervise site activities, coordinate resources, and ensure all works are delivered in line with programme, budget, and compliance standards.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-performing team delivering essential infrastructure improvements that keep the network safe, reliable, and operational for millions of road users.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supervise day-to-day site operations across highways construction, maintenance, and improvement schemes
- Ensure works are delivered in line with Amey processes, contract requirements, and statutory regulations
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all Health, Safety and Environmental standards
- Brief, coordinate, and manage site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Monitor progress against programme and report performance to the Site Manager and wider project team
- Deliver site inspections, audits, toolbox talks, and safety briefings
- Ensure works meet required quality standards and specifications
- Manage site resources including labour, plant, and materials effectively
- Maintain accurate site records including diaries, permits, and inspections
- Identify and resolve operational issues, minimising disruption to customers and road users
- Liaise with National Highways, local authorities, clients, and stakeholders
- Support delivery of drainage, resurfacing, structures, and traffic management works
- Contribute to continuous improvement and sharing of best practice across the Area 12 team
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We Want to Hear From You If You Have
- Experience supervising highways construction and/or maintenance projects
- Strong knowledge of National Highways standards and specifications
- Good understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental legislation
- Experience managing subcontractors and direct labour teams
- Ability to interpret drawings, programmes, and technical specifications
- Strong organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Stakeholder management experience
- Full UK Driving Licence
Ideally, You Will Also Have
- Experience within a Maintenance & Response or Major Projects environment
- Knowledge of NEC contracts
- Experience working on the Strategic Road Network (SRN)
- Temporary Traffic Management experience
Qualifications
Essential
- SMSTS or SSSTS
- CSCS Card
- Full UK Driving Licence
Desirable
- NRSWA Supervisor
- IOSH Managing Safely
- Temporary Works Supervisor
- First Aid at Work
- Temporary Traffic Management qualifications
What We Can Offer You
At Amey, you’ll be part of a supportive and inclusive team, with opportunities to develop your career and make a real impact.
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Our Benefits Include
- Competitive salary and flexible benefits package
- Exceptional development and progression opportunities
- Generous pension scheme with Amey contributions
- Annual leave plus bank holidays
- Flexible and hybrid working options (where applicable)
- Discounts and savings through Amey’s flexible benefits platform
- Family-friendly policies
- Two Social Impact Days per year
About Amey
Amey is a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.
We design, deliver, and maintain infrastructure that connects people and places, creating sustainable, resilient, and efficient networks that improve everyday life.
Application Guidance
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and promote a culture where everyone can thrive.
We are committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Chantal Hayes, chantal.hayes@amey.co.uk
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We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so please apply as soon as possible.
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