Civils Team Leader

Sapphire Utility Solutions are looking for a Civils Team Leader, based out of our depot in Bodelwyddan, reporting to the Operations Manager, in support of our new Welsh Water Contract.

About The Role

Salary: Up to £15.25 per hour depending on experience. Location: Kinmel Bay. Working Hours: 07:00am - 17:00pm.

What We Offer

• Pension
• Death in service
• Employee assistance programme
• Holiday allowance + bank holidays

Key Responsibilities

• You will have operational responsibility for the civils team and their in‑day activities.
• Organise labour in the most cost‑effective way, including recruitment, disciplinary action, wages, and absence management.
• Manage all other resources e.g., sub‑contractors, materials, and plant.
• Assist with carrying out team briefings on a monthly basis.
• Assist in coaching and developing staff to reach their potential and ensure a fair and consistent culture within the teams.
• Help to assist the defect programme, ensuring KPIs are met and client and council meetings are attended.
• Assist in carrying out documented audits, checking the quality of work and coaching teams/individuals to ensure the right behaviours are always exhibited.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Cover all aspects of civils works.
• Work in accordance with recognised Health & Safety Standards and the Company’s Safe Working Procedures.

About You

• Previous experience within deep excavations, sewer repairs etc.
• Full UK driving licence, with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Training certs completed for CPCS above & below 10 tonne with lift ops (preferable), HSG47, SSSTS, Streetworks Accreditation.

What we are looking for

We value a positive and caring attitude, willingness to develop and grow with the company. We welcome employees from diverse backgrounds and treat people equally from all walks of life.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under‑represented members of the community.