Site Supervisor

Vanderlande

Nov 11

Job
Full-time
Mid & Senior Level
Business, Operations & Strategy
London
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You need 3-5 years of supervisory experience, safety certifications, engineering knowledge, IT skills, and the ability to interpret technical drawings and plans.
You will oversee installation and maintenance, ensure safety, coordinate with teams, drive continuous improvement, manage subcontractors, and resolve issues efficiently while promoting a positive culture.

Requirements

3-5 Years experience in successful supervision of teams during delivery of large and complex projects.
Successful proven implementation within all phases of a project.
Awareness of mechanical and electrical installations.
Awareness and good understanding of CDM Regulations and HASWA.
Possess the ability to understand engineering drawings, specifications, layouts, and successfully interpret project and logistics schedules
Ability to implement activities based on robust site planning to complement the master project schedule
IT literate, capable of using MS Office and Outlook as a minimum
Proven safety record through installation delivery within time critical and pressurised working environments
Possess the ability to champion Vanderlande’s Stay Safe Culture and safe working ethos
Be able to provide robust reports and drive progress whilst maintaining Vanderlande’s quality standards
SSSTS Trained as a minimum
ECS/JIB/CSCS Card
IOSH Managing Safely as a minimum, NEBOSH General Certificate preferable
First Aid At Work
Engineering Degree or Equivalent NVQ
18th Edition

Responsibilities

The Site Supervisor will be responsible for the installation, assembly, dismantling, maintenance, troubleshooting and commissioning activities. Successfully supervising and providing guidance for on-site installation at the point of work, for processes of complex equipment, and systems with minimal direct supervision. You will possess the ability to follow detailed work instructions and where necessary make changes utilising correct procedures with support from the wider project teams such as engineering, R&D or supply chain. You will make improvements to support Vanderlande’s continuous improvement strategy through adaptation and updating of manuals and documentation to support efficient and effective installation deliveries, proactive engagement with the supply chain to support the logistics lifecycle.
Reporting on progress of planned against actual work and proactively seeking countermeasures to be identified to the Site Manager, coordinating with all interfacing subcontractors and stakeholders. Proactively driving a Stay Safe culture and ensuring the project teams and subcontractors understand and implement good safety practice during the execution of site delivery phases and work activities of the project.
Your responsibilities and activities will include
Willingly stepping into challenging situations with a view of seeking the right outcome against the backdrop of the team and business strategy
Acting with a givers mindset and actively resolving and closing gaps where identified through people, process and procedure
Leadership and supervision of the installation teams to achieve successful delivery of M&E equipment through proven technical ability including safety and quality leadership. Acting autonomously championing the required behaviours against a strategic vision of zero incidents and right first-time delivery
Supporting logistics planning to facilitate the installation of activities for timely execution to complement the project schedule.
Acting as a safety ambassador through leadership and ownership ensuring promotion of a positive safety culture
Responsible for liaison with subcontractors and stakeholders to achieve a productive and positive working environment.
Actively participating and enhancing a positive and inclusive culture
Focal point for driving snagging resolution to a satisfactory outcome, supporting the preparation for CE/UKCA marking assessment and handover activities.
Possess a level of self-awareness with a drive and proactive approach to continuously improving own abilities targeting essential skills.
Ownership of activities providing a pivotal role in the local resolution method. Reporting upwards to senior site supervisor/site manager on progress in relation to expected targets.
Control of installers planned vs. actual progress and proactively identifying opportunities to better deliver expectations.
Supporting continuous improvement activities and execute implementation.
Actively work with a givers mindset and embodied leadership principals
Act as an integral part of the team, driving productivity through holding others to account with a growth mindset.
Positively
Positively contribute to an inclusive culture and supporting peers through championing collaboration
Awareness and commitment to setting standards as part of a team including our supply chain partners.
Be an ambassador for the site management team and wider business functions, approaching activities/tasks with a collaborative approach to drive
Underpinned by self-awareness, embody a continuous growth mindset- through remaining curious and actively developing skills against a backdrop of continuous improvement.
Possess a drive to constructively challenge and offer improvements to support the team strategy and growth opportunities.
Being the site ambassador for continuous improvement of execution activities through cross functional collaboration and lessons learned.
Leader in safety & quality, setting the standard both in and out of the project environment.
Demonstrable ability to communicate well within all levels throughout the site team providing factual and clear information in a timely manner with an aim of achieving the right outcome.
Ability to balance competing priorities whilst maintaining a safe environment and meeting deadlines in a pressured, time critical delivery.
Be empathetic whilst possessing the ability to be assertive and accomplish results through clear instruction, and guidance to achieve optimal output from the site supervision team and installation teams.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Site Supervisor at Vanderlande?

The primary responsibility of the Site Supervisor is the supervision and delivery of M&E installation activities and equipment in line with the programme schedule, ensuring successful execution across various sites in the UK.

What qualifications are preferred for this role?

Preferred qualifications include SSSTS training, ECS/JIB/CSCS Card, IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH General Certificate, First Aid at Work certification, an Engineering Degree or equivalent NVQ, and 18th Edition qualifications.

How many years of experience is required for the Site Supervisor position?

A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in successfully supervising teams during the delivery of large and complex projects is required.

What kind of work environment can a Site Supervisor expect?

The Site Supervisor can expect a challenging work environment with opportunities for career progression, as well as a focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, travel and flexibility are required to support the successful execution of projects across the UK portfolio.

What is the company’s commitment to diversity and inclusion?

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.

What safety protocols must the Site Supervisor adhere to?

The Site Supervisor must champion Vanderlande’s Stay Safe Culture, ensuring that project teams and subcontractors understand and implement good safety practices during site delivery phases.

What kind of training will be beneficial in this role?

Training in safety management, installation processes, and having a good understanding of mechanical and electrical installations will be beneficial in this role.

What benefits does Vanderlande offer to its employees?

Vanderlande offers 28 days of annual leave, Bupa medical cover, YuLife wellbeing membership, a challenging work environment with career progression opportunities, a cycle to work scheme, a pension plan with Aviva, and an employee recognition platform.

Will I need to interact with external subcontractors in this position?

Yes, the Site Supervisor will be responsible for liaising with subcontractors and stakeholders to maintain a productive and positive working environment.

Vanderlande

Moving your business forward

Manufacturing & Electronics

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1949

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Vanderlande is a market-leading, global partner for future-proof logistic process automation in the warehousing, airports and parcel sectors. Its extensive portfolio of integrated solutions – innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services – results in the realisation of fast, reliable and efficient automation technology. The company focuses on the optimisation of its customers’ business processes and competitive positions. Through close cooperation, it strives for the improvement of their operational activities and the expansion of their logistical achievements. Vanderlande’s warehousing solutions are the first choice for many of the largest global e-commerce players and retailers in food, fashion and general merchandise across the globe. The company helps them to fulfil their promise of same-day delivery for billions of orders, with nine of the 15 largest global food retailers relying on its efficient and reliable solutions. As a global partner for future-proof airport solutions, Vanderlande’s market-leading baggage handling systems and related passenger solutions are capable of moving over 4 billion pieces of baggage around the world per year. These are active in more than 600 airports, including 12 of the world’s top 20. Vanderlande is also a leading supplier of process automation solutions that address the challenges in the parcel market. More than 52 million parcels are sorted by its systems every day, which have been installed for the world’s leading parcel handling companies. Established in 1949, Vanderlande has more than 9,000 employees, all committed to moving its customers’ businesses forward at diverse locations on every continent. With a consistently increasing turnover of 2.4 billion euros, it has established a worldwide reputation over the past seven decades as a global partner for future-proof logistic process automation.