Site Manager

Are you an experienced Site Manager with a strong understanding of construction health and safety, CDM 2015 and site coordination? This is an opportunity to work on a complex, high-value automation project in Doncaster until March 2028 on a Fixed Term Contract.

We're recruiting a Site Manager to join a global engineering and automation business, supporting the safe delivery of automated distribution centres, high-bay warehouses and material handling installations.

As Site Manager you will coordinate site activities, contractors and construction teams, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and in line with project requirements. You'll work closely with clients, engineers, project managers and the Health & Safety Advisor to manage construction risks and maintain high standards throughout installation.

What's on Offer?

• Fixed Term Contract until March 2028
• £70,000–£80,000 per annum
• Bonus scheme
• Pension and private healthcare
• Professional development and support for further qualifications
• Exposure to advanced automation projects across the UK and Europe

The Role

• Coordinate day-to-day site activities, contractors and installation teams, monitoring progress against project plans and quality standards.
• Coordinate and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
• Maintain and update the Construction Phase Plan (CPP) as the project progresses, with support from the Health & Safety Advisor.
• Ensure contractors follow agreed RAMS, safe systems of work and site H&S requirements.
• Review construction methods, installation sequences, lifting strategies and site access arrangements.
• Support design risk reviews and ensure construction, maintenance and operational risks are identified and appropriately managed.
• Coordinate site inductions, toolbox talks, inspections, audits and contractor activities.
• Liaise with clients, project managers, engineers and subcontractors to resolve site issues and maintain progress.

Requirements

• Experience as a Site Manager or in a similar construction site leadership role.
• Understanding of CDM Regs and UK health and safety legislation.
• Experience within industrial construction, logistics, manufacturing, infrastructure or warehouse automation.
• CSCS Black Card or equivalent
• SMSTS
• Temporary Works Supervisor Awareness
• IPAF for Managers / Awareness
• FASET related qualifications / Awareness
• Membership of APS, IOSH, CIOB or a relevant engineering institution, NEBOSH Construction and APS CDM Advisor registration would be advantageous.

If you're an experienced Site Manager looking to take on a technically challenging project within a global engineering and automation business, this is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering complex installations where safety, quality and engineering excellence are central to success.

Please contact Stuart Cooper at Wagstaff Recruitment for more information.