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Operator Foreman

Carlisle

Site & Depot Based

£42,000– £47,000 + Benefits

Are you an experienced Foreman or Supervisor with a background in heavy plant, construction, or major projects?

NEOS Engineering are working with a leading plant hire and services business that supports some of the UK’s biggest infrastructure projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and safety-focused professional to step into a leadership role, supervising operators across large-scale projects while supporting depot operations and customer delivery.

 The Role

Supervise and coordinate operators across major projects, ensuring smooth execution and high performance.
Manage depot responsibilities including receiving goods, overseeing plant, and ordering parts.
Report plant damage and coordinate with mobile fitters for timely repairs.
Provide hands-on support on-site, covering operators where required to maintain service levels.
Lead operator meetings and support training sessions (Safety Stand Down, Eco Driver, PPE, IFE, Thumbs Up).
Promote and enforce a 5-star PPE safety culture across all operators.
Engage with customers on-site to maximise opportunities and build strong working relationships.
Support recruitment: interviewing, inducting, and assessing new operators.
Conduct ongoing assessments and coaching to maintain high operator standards.
Attend quarterly meetings with other foremen to align with business values and long-term goals.
What We’re Looking For

Proven experience as a Foreman, Supervisor, or Senior Operator within the plant, construction, or heavy equipment sector.
Strong knowledge of construction plant and operational processes.
A focus on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Full UK driving licence.
Valid CPCS Tickets, PTS Medical and SCM (or equivalent).
At least 10 years’ experience in the plant sector.
What’s On Offer

Company vehicle, phone, and laptop.
Career progression and development opportunities.
The chance to play a key role in high-profile, large-scale projects