Supervisor

Job TypeFull timePosted18 May 2026Location(s):KentJob DescriptionFerns Group are a family run business with over 25 years’ experience as an established Utilities and Reinstatement company, specialising in Telecoms Civils, and tailored reinstatement services.Our Mission is “to be the preferred choice in our field by adding value to our business partners without compromise to quality, safety or the environment.” OverviewWe are seeking a dynamic and experienced Supervisor to lead and manage our team effectively. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities and excellent organisational skills. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee daily operations, motivate staff, and ensure the delivery of exceptional service within a fast-paced environment. The Supervisor will be responsible for maintaining high standards of performance, fostering a positive work atmosphere, and supporting organisational goals.Location and TravelOffice based for two days, travelling to sites/survey locations, dependent on workload, three days per week.ResponsibilitiesOn-site team managementSupervision and oversite of the service driverDaily calls and interaction with the on-site teams in regards to progress, delays, material requirements and any plant issues – including morning check insReport all technical, programme, plant and material issues to the wider team.Check the works on site whilst ensuring;Health and Safety ComplianceEnsure the correct PPE is on siteCOSHH ComplianceOversee completion of time sheets and diariesCarry out site audits (at least three per week) and ensure vehicle checks are completeDeliver toolbox talksArrange for reinstatement of the works with the surfacing teams, in liaison with the surveyor.Site SurveysPlan, arrange and attend all structural inspectionsPlan and implement minor traffic management.Support and implement major TM where required and liaise with FTM.Report back to the office any findings and record photographs.PlantBe responsible for the plant once the order is raised and the plant is delivered to site.Attempt to resolve any plant issues with the support of the surveyor.Off hire all plant once site works are complete.Ensure that the onsite teams are trained to operate such plant.Ensure vehicle/plant checks are carried out.Ensure all GDU’s are calibrated.Arrange for skips, grabs and concrete pumps etc as required.Ensure the calibration and testing of all lifting equipment.Maintain a list of Ferns owned small tools and plant for each team.MaterialsArrange for the purchase order, for delivery and or collection of all required materials to include but not limited to, timber, ducting, concrete, steel, ironwork etc.Ensure the yard storage facilities are clean and tidy and that a live record of stock is maintained.Experience And QualificationsSSSTS, supervisor level ‘white card’Confined space training – not essentialHave a civil’s background, including utility and highways works.Open to either PAYE or self-employed.Mon-Fri, 45 hours a week, with occasional overtime available.Office based in Kent, but travel across the UK will be required.Benefits for PAYECompany pensionFree parkingHealth & wellbeing programmeOn-site parkingReferral programmeFerns Group are dedicated to diversity in the workplace and committed to treating all our employees and job applicants equally. We embrace equal opportunities, including working with the prison service, and are opposed to discrimination on any grounds.All applicants must have rights to work in the UK and be willing to undertake the relevant pre-employment screening checks should your application be successful.