Groundworks Supervisor

*Henry Timmis Ltd – Devizes, Wiltshire*

Henry Timmis Ltd is a well-established, family-run business specialising in *high-end landscaping, civil engineering, and groundworks projects* across Wiltshire and the surrounding areas. We deliver exceptional results for *private estates, premium homes, and respected local developers and construction companies*.

We are now looking for a *Groundworks Supervisor* to join our team and take a hands-on leadership role, managing a small team of 4–5 employees.

The Role

As Groundworks Supervisor, you will be responsible for:

* Supervising and coordinating a small team to deliver projects on time and to specification.
* Overseeing all aspects of groundworks and civil engineering operations, including:
* Site preparation and excavation
* Foundations, drainage, and utilities
* Hard landscaping and external works
* Working to engineering drawings and construction specifications
* Liaising with private clients, contractors, and developers, maintaining strong relationships.
* Ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant working practices.
* Managing schedules, resources, and reporting progress.

About You

We are looking for an experienced and professional individual who can bring a *personal touch* to client relationships, while ensuring technical accuracy on site.

Key skills and attributes include:

* Strong background in *groundworks, landscaping, and civil engineering within the construction sector*.
* Ability to interpret and work from *technical drawings, site plans, and specifications*.
* Previous experience in a *supervisory role* within a small to medium team.
* Excellent *communication and organisational skills*.
* Professional, reliable, and hands-on approach.
* Experience working within a *family-run business environment* is desirable.
* Local to *Devizes, Wiltshire*, with the ability to travel within a *50-mile radius*.

What We Offer

* Competitive pay, based on experience.
* The opportunity to work on *prestigious landscaping, civil engineering, and construction projects*.
* A supportive, family-run company culture.
* Career development opportunities within a growing business.
* *Location:* Devizes, Wiltshire
* *Travel:* Up to 50 miles radius

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £37,570.00-£44,200.00 per year

Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Company car
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:
* Wiltshire SN10 3LP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:
* Construction management: 2 years (required)
* Groundwork and Civil engineering: 10 years (required)
* Plant machinery: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)

Location:
* Wiltshire SN10 3LP (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 02/01/2026

Henry Timmis Ltd

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