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Foreman (Traffic Management)VolkerWessels UK • Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom
Foreman (Traffic Management)

Foreman (Traffic Management)

VolkerWessels UK • Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

VolkerHighways is a market leader in the delivery of highways and street lighting term maintenance contracts. We build strong collaborative relationships with our clients to drive improvements and efficiency in all our activities.



If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information.

We have the capability to deliver major surfacing and public realm infrastructure projects. Our specialist in-house traffic management division provides expert advice and support across the industry, whilst assisting with our own, in-house contracts.


As a Foreman, you will lead by example in delivering a zero-compromise approach to Safety and Quality. Install, maintain, and remove traffic management in line with Chapter 8 and approved drawings. Work safely, comply with regulations, and represent VolkerHighways professionally at all times.

This Foreman position is based within the Traffic Management division, operating from our Brentwood depot.

Key Responsibilities



  • Deliver traffic management operations in line with NHSS 12 and Chapter 8 (12A/B & 12D)


Supervise, support and mentor operatives and trainees


Ensure all works are carried out safely, efficiently, and to required standards


Conduct site surveys and review/approve TM layouts where required


Maintain and check TM equipment, reporting defects promptly


Complete all job records, permits, and required documentation accurately


Participate in call-out and weekend rotas, including emergency response


Liaise professionally with clients, stakeholders, and local authorities


Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, environmental and permitting regulations


Deliver team briefings, inductions and ensure staff understand roles and risks


Build strong client relationships and support high levels of customer satisfaction


Report near misses, monitor performance, and identify team training needs




About you



  • Previous experience in traffic management operations


Previous experience in highways maintenance


Holder of valid CSCS card


Holder of NHSS 12D M1-M6


Holder of NHSS 12A/B Foreman


Holder of full valid UK driving license


Holder of valid First Aid at Work qualification (desirable)



If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.


Why work with us?


VolkerHighways is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.


By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerHighways are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.


We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.


We offer a range of benefits, including:



  • Competitive salary


Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday


Option to buy additional annual leave


Private medical care


Pension


Life Assurance


Cycle to Work scheme


Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts


Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training


Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefit


Flexible working opportunities


Employee Assistance programme


Mental health, physical health, and financial support


24/7 Virtual GP service



Fairness, inclusion and respect


We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. xwwtmva


If you need support with your application, please contact us at


Additional information


Note for Recruitment Agencies:


Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.


We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed


VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.


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#VHTM



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