Site Supervisor - Water / Wastewater - Mayo

Office/Project Location: Lough Mask, Co. Mayo

Employment Type: Full time, Permanent

Work Location: Site

Pay: Salary Negotiable depending on experience, bonus, company vehicle, employee health insurance

Experience: 5-7 years' site-based experience in construction or the water/wastewater industry

Visa: EU passport or Stamp 4 visa required

Our client is a leading environmental and water/wastewater contractor delivering vital infrastructure projects. They are committed to building and maintaining a diverse, inclusive workplace and providing equal opportunities for all employees.

The Site Supervisor will join the Water and Wastewater Treatment division to supervise construction site operations, lead site teams and subcontractors, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Work alongside the Project Manager and Construction Site Manager, coordinating multi-disciplined teams and ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.

Report to the onsite Construction Site Manager daily, assisting across all construction activities and providing supervision cover in their absence.

Supervise and coordinate all site-based operatives and subcontractors in accordance with minimum safety requirements.

Develop and maintain comprehensive Health & Safety documentation on site, including H&S files, method statements, and risk assessments.

Conduct regular H&S audits, toolbox talks, and safety inductions for all site personnel while proactively identifying, preventing, and reporting unsafe behaviour or defects.

Manage day-to-day site operations including work quality control, cleanliness, plant and tool usage, waste reduction, and PPE compliance.

Oversee equipment installation, testing, and commissioning activities in coordination with multi-disciplined engineering teams.

Chair daily coordination meetings, contribute to weekly progress reviews, and prepare detailed site reports.

Ensure compliance with Environmental Plans, Waste Management Plans, Construction H&S Plans, Emergency Plans, and Project Schedules.

Requirements

Minimum 5-7 years' site-based experience in the construction or water/wastewater industry.

Practical site experience with multi-discipline projects is essential.

A Mechanical or Electrical Trade background with progression to supervisory or management level is highly desirable.

Previous experience in Water/Wastewater Treatment plants is advantageous.

UCD/NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health (or equivalent) is desirable.

Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with a proactive approach to resolving technical difficulties.

Experience in accident/incident investigation, risk management, and commercial dispute resolution.

Excellent oral and written communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Full clean driving licence is essential, along with the flexibility to move between sites for installation and commissioning phases.

Package

Salary Negotiable depending on experience, bonus, company vehicle, employee health insurance

Contact

Sheila McNeice is the consultant managing this position.

If you are a Site Supervisor interested in roles in Mayo you can contact Sheila by e-mail sheila@jobcontax.com or phone +353-1-7978720 for a confidential chat.

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