Earthworks Foreman

About Talent House Ltd: We are a leading recruitment and HR consulting firm that operates as a link between people and companies in achieving a shared purpose. We offer creative, effective and flexible solutions that not only help individuals discover their career paths but provide organizations with talent they can recruit, develop and retain. About the role: Our client is seeking an Earthwork Foreman to be responsible for the day-to-day supervision and coordination of earthworks activities on construction, mining, infrastructure, or civil engineering projects. The role requires a highly experienced construction professional capable of managing earthmoving crews, heavy equipment, materials, productivity, quality, and safety while ensuring that works are completed according to approved drawings, specifications, project schedules, and company standards. The ideal candidate will have 10 or more years of practical earthworks experience, including significant experience supervising large earthmoving operations. Key Responsibilities: Supervise daily earthworks activities, including: Site clearing and grubbing. Bulk excavation and cut-to-fill operations. Embankment construction. Trenching and backfilling. Road formation and subgrade preparation. Borrow-pit and material-winning operations. Stockpiling and material handling. Rock excavation where applicable. Drainage and associated civil works. Compaction and final trimming. Interpret construction drawings, specifications, method statements, and work instructions. Plan daily activities and allocate labour, equipment, and resources effectively. Ensure earthworks are carried out to the required lines, levels, grades, slopes, and tolerances. Coordinate excavation, hauling, spreading, watering, grading, and compaction activities. Monitor production rates and ensure daily and weekly targets are achieved. Identify and resolve site constraints that may affect productivity or programme. Plant and Equipment Management Coordinate the