Minor Civils Supervisor at Lanes Group in Tonbridge, England, GB

Minor Civils Supervisor

At Lanes Group nothing is more important than the health, safety and well-being of our people and our customers. It’s a major reason we are the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner of choice with a turnover in excess of £530 million, (EBITDA £45m), with over 4,000 brilliant people and a countrywide network of operational locations. Our services cover the majority of the FTSE 100 & 250 respectfully.

Strong leadership being at our heart, supporting our people ensuring they are engaged with purpose, rewarded and recognised whilst delivering absolute exacting operational excellence being a leading entity and enviable delivery team embracing quality and compliance in our overarching delivery, one of our fundamental key differentiators.

In this critical role of ensuring our organisation is known for being the best in everything we do, known for leaving a legacy of absolute quality and compliance and, keeping our promises at all times is our absolute mantra.

Position: Minor Civils Supervisor

Location: Tonbridge Depot (Kent Region)

Job Type: permanent, full time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 50 hours per week (start times to be discussed on interview)

Salary: £17.50 - £20.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Benefits: 21 days holiday (plus bank holidays); plus your birthday off; health cash plan; onsite parking; auto enrolment pension scheme; enhanced maternity and paternity, friendly working environment.

The Minor Civils Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day management of civils crews delivering minor highways works. The role ensures works are completed safely, compliantly, on time, and to client standards while maintaining strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage both HGV and non-HGV civils crews, ensuring productivity, quality, and safety standards are met at all times.
• Plan, monitor, and manage incoming works and backlog jobs, ensuring effective prioritisation and resource allocation.
• Maintain full team compliance, including adherence to health & safety, company procedures, and client requirements.
• Complete and record safety audits, inspections, and toolbox talks, addressing any non-conformances promptly.
• Conduct investigation meetings, including those that may lead to formal disciplinary action, in line with company policy.
• Update and manage sickness and absence records accurately and in a timely manner.
• Manage and approve team holidays via Cascade, ensuring adequate operational cover at all times.
• Liaise with clients regularly, attending face-to-face meetings and Microsoft Teams meetings to discuss performance, progress, and issues.
• Ensure compliance with highways permitting processes, coordinating works to meet permit conditions and deadlines.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, crews, subcontractors, and internal departments.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within civils or highways works.
• Strong working knowledge of highways permitting processes.
• Ability to manage mixed crews, including HGV and non-HGV teams.
• Confident in using Microsoft Office packages (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams).
• Experience handling absence management, holidays, and compliance records.
• Able to carry out investigations and manage people-related issues professionally and fairly.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.

Qualifications

• Street Works (NRSWA) card – required (training can be provided if not currently held).
• Relevant civils or highways qualification (desirable but not essential).

About you

• Strong communicator with the ability to adapt to both site-based teams and senior client stakeholders.
• Proactive, solutions-focused, and confident decision-maker.
• Strong relationship builder with a professional and approachable manner.

At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.

Lanes Group are a signatory of the ‘Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health’ run by Mindful Employer.