Railway Site Supervisor
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Occupation Type
Construction and building trades supervisors
Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled
Sponsorship Salary Threshold
£41,800
(£21.44 per hour)
Occupation rate applies
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Description
Location: Wessex (Reading, Eastleigh, Basingstoke)
Division: Rail & Infrastructure
Are you a hands-on Site Supervisor or Site Manager who takes ownership of safety, standards, and delivery on live rail infrastructure?
At Ground Control, we’re looking for a strong operational leader to take full control of vegetation management sites across the Network Rail infrastructure. This role is about being present, leading from the front, and ensuring every site is safe, compliant, and delivered on programme.
The Role
You will take full responsibility for day-to-day site supervision, ensuring works are set up correctly, teams are briefed properly, and activities are delivered safely and on schedule.
You will be the person who:
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
Division: Rail & Infrastructure
Are you a hands-on Site Supervisor or Site Manager who takes ownership of safety, standards, and delivery on live rail infrastructure?
At Ground Control, we’re looking for a strong operational leader to take full control of vegetation management sites across the Network Rail infrastructure. This role is about being present, leading from the front, and ensuring every site is safe, compliant, and delivered on programme.
The Role
You will take full responsibility for day-to-day site supervision, ensuring works are set up correctly, teams are briefed properly, and activities are delivered safely and on schedule.
You will be the person who:
- Ensures every site is safe to work on before works commence
- Leads daily briefings and task-based risk assessments
- Oversees vegetation clearance operations on live rail infrastructure
- Monitors productivity and drives delivery in line with programme
- Maintains high standards of safety, quality, and environmental compliance
- Acts as the primary point of contact on site for Network Rail representatives
- Ensures RAMS and WPPs are understood, implemented, and adhered to
- Identifies issues early and takes action to prevent delays
- Completes site records, inspections, and close-out documentation accurately and on time
- Conducts regular safety inspections and audits
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
- Proven experience supervising works within the rail industry
- Strong working knowledge of Network Rail standards and processes
- PTS certification
- Experience leading site teams in high-risk environments
- COSS certification
- SMSTS or equivalent
- Experience using Sentinel and Network Rail reporting systems
- First Aid
- Arboricultural or environmental qualifications
Career Development Focus: We’re committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths, training, and tailored development programs, including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities.
Exciting Growth Opportunities: Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.
Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive, engaging, and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.
Competitive Package: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, along with flexible working options, including:
23 days holiday, Increasing with length of service + bank holidays
Yearly bonus scheme & Share options
Robust pension scheme
Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, Online private GP Service
Free or subsidised national gym memberships
Employee Recognition Scheme
2 personal choice volunteering days
Ground Control
Ground Control is a UK-based grounds maintenance company powered by the latest technology. Since launching in 1973, Ground Control has grown rapidly and now provides full national coverage for our customers across the UK and Ireland.
We deliver a range of services, including grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, design, arboriculture, electric vehicle charging point installation to more than 50,000 commercial properties across the UK.
If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the centre of everything, click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team.
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Equal Opportunities Statement
At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on sex, age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.
At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on sex, age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.