Night Shift Civil Supervisor (Landfall HDD Onshore)

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 April 2026
LOCATION
Peterhead
TYPE
Contract
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Construction
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SKILLS

Civil Supervision HDD Civil Works HSE Subcontractor Management Site Management Cabling Safety Compliance

FULL DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Night Shift Civil Supervisor (Landfall HDD Onshore)

Location: Peterhead

Contract Type: Outside IR35

Duration: Up to 6 Months (ASAP Start)

Rotation: 13 Days On, 1 Day Off

Shift Pattern: 12-Hour Shifts (Night Shift)

Company: [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]

About the Role

[Employer hidden] is seeking an experienced Night Shift Civil Supervisor to support landfall and HDD onshore activities on a major UK infrastructure project. This role will focus on supervising night shift civil and cabling works, ensuring delivery is aligned with project specifications and the highest safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise civil and HDD works during night shifts
  • Oversee cabling activities, including trenching, ducting, and installation
  • Enforce compliance with HSE plans, CPP, ERP, RAMS, and ITPs
  • Coordinate subcontractors and site teams to ensure efficient workflow
  • Manage interfaces between multiple contractors on site
  • Conduct regular inspections and ensure all safety controls are implemented
  • Verify workforce competency and ensure adherence to site procedures
  • Ensure all equipment is fit for purpose and safely operated
  • Promote and lead a strong safety-first culture
  • Report progress, issues, and lessons learned to project management

Scope of Works Includes

  • Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)
  • Trenching, duct installation, and backfilling
  • Land cable installation and joint bay excavation
  • Site preparation and enabling works
  • Landfall civil works and cable installation

Requirements

Experience & Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Civil Supervisor or Site Manager
  • Strong experience in HDD and civil works on infrastructure projects
  • Experience in power or telecom cable installation projects preferred
  • Proven ability to manage subcontractors and review technical documentation (RAMS, ITPs)
  • Experience coordinating multiple contractors within a live site

Technical Knowledge:

  • Health and Safety at Work Act
  • CDM Regulations 2015
  • Temporary Works (BS 5975)
  • National Grid or SSEN standards (desirable)

Certifications (Required):

  • SMSTS (minimum SSSTS)
  • CSCS Card
  • Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) or Supervisor (TWS)

Desirable:

  • First Aid
  • Mental Health First Aid
  • Firefighting training
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