Senior Site Manager

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We're seeking a dynamic Senior Site Manager to enhance our Rail and Infrastructure team. In this pivotal role, you'll support the Contract Manager in overseeing various arboriculture projects across the across Scotland especially in the central area between Glasgow and Edinburgh. Your expertise will be instrumental in propelling our projects forward, making previous arboriculture experience essential.

What you will achieve:

• Collaborate closely with the Contract Manager to oversee daily operations and ensure strict adherence to safety protocols on-site through regular audits and inspections.
• Maintain efficiency and agility in managing fluctuating workloads while offering guidance and support to field based teams to enhance cohesion and productivity.
• Skilfully price work and execute projects and programmes of work, delivering results that exceed expectations, while simultaneously leading the thorough scoping of sites, meticulously assessing project requirements and constraints.
• Develop comprehensive task briefs to provide clear direction and alignment with project objectives, and engage with clients to address concerns and maintain satisfaction.
• Effectively manage working hours to ensure the safety and well-being of all personnel on-site, and strategically plan possessions to minimise disruptions and maximise efficiency.
• Oversee the seamless execution of projects, promptly addressing any issues that arise to ensure project continuity and quality.

This is a field based role where you are out on site or working from home. You must be prepared to travel across the region

Who we are looking for:

To be successful in this role you will need previous arb experience, preferably in the rail industry, as well as the following:

• Proficiency in managing dynamic workloads and adapting to changing circumstances.
• Adeptness in working swiftly and decisively, even in uncertain environments.
• Strong reactive management skills, capable of swift and effective decision-making.
• Flexibility to travel and undertake overnight stays as necessary, including ad hoc weekend work.
• Certifications including PTS (Personal Track Safety) is desirable but not essential

You must have a valid driving license.

We are particularly welcoming applications from existing Site Managers possessing SMSTS, IOSH, NEBOSH, First Aid plus F and COSS.

What we offer:

At Ground Control we believe in creating an inspirational environment , and rewarding our employees for their hard work. We offer a wide-ranging benefits program , supporting you to realise your full potential, and are proud to be recognised as a great place to work:

Awards, Accolades and Culture

• We have been awarded `world-class` status for employee engagement in the 2023 best companies results, ranking at #16 in the ` Top 100 Large Companies to Work For ` league table.

• Certified B-Corp Accredited , Ground Control has been certified by B Lab, the not-for-profit behind the B Corp movement, as having met rigorous social and environmental standards which represent its commitment to sustainable goals ahead of profit.

• We inclusively support ` The Race at Work Charter `, ` Ban the Box `, ` The Armed Forces Covenant ` and are ` Disability Confident '

• We invest 5% of our profits into the Evergreen Fund , an investment fund dedicated to sustainability and environmental initiatives.
• By 2025 we have committed to planting 1,000,000 trees, having a fully electric fleet, and working towards achieving carbon net zero after becoming carbon neutral in 2020.

• 2 personal choice volunteering days with your fundraising efforts matched up to £500!

Perks and Benefits

• Free gym access if you are Head Office based or subsidised national gym memberships if you are based elsewhere.

• Nursery Vouchers, Cycle to work scheme and Travel loans

• Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, online private GP service and a premium subscription to Calm, the wellbeing app

• A supportive, entrepreneurial working environment that fosters collaboration.

• Training, development, coaching and mentoring plans including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities

• Hybrid working opportunities with time in the office including breakfast Mondays and dog friendly Fridays.

• Financial benefits include yearly bonus scheme, access to Wagestream and employee share options

How we work:

We put people at the centre of everything we do.
Everyone is welcome. We`re embracing a culture where difference is valued. Your uniqueness will be celebrated. We believe diversity grows innovation, and innovation creates initiative. Together we`ll succeed in caring for each other, caring for our communities and caring for our Environment. Together, we`re stronger.

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