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Pd&Ms Group

Black Trades Supervisor

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Pd&Ms Group
Provider of engineering, procurement, construction and lifecycle services to energy & industrial sectors
Supervises site trades personnel, ensuring safety, quality and schedule on the TAR project.
2d ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Contractor
Grangemouth, Scotland, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
700 Employees
Service Specialisms
Carbon management and reduction
Project design
Design verification and management
Structural engineering
Piping design
Mechanical engineering
HVAC design
Electrical and instrumentation design
Sector Specialisms
Oil and Gas
Renewable Energy
Nuclear
Petrochemicals and Refining
Pharmaceuticals
Defence
Marine
Built Environment
Role
What you would be doing
safety management
quality assurance
site coordination
material tracking
daily reporting
risk assessment

This full time short term role (3-6 months initially ) is required to support our clients upcoming TAR

The Supervisor is required for the management and coordination of multiple site-based trades personnel working in accordance with NAECI terms and conditions. Supporting the overall delivery of company goals, objectives, schedule and shall ensure that all scopes of work are completed in a safe manner ensuring no detrimental impact to personnel, fabric or environment.

  • Read, understand and implement all applicable company / project policies, working practices and procedures, always ensuring that the scope is completed in accordance with company procedures, and to the highest standard of safety
  • Identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions immediately.
  • Conduct toolbox talks, safety briefings, and regular inspections.
  • Attend meetings as and when required
  • Demonstrate and promote PD&MS QHSE principles and lead by example
  • Ensure that all safety checks of tools and equipment are performed by the site construction team
  • Responsible for ensuring professional development is maintained and identified competency requirements are undertaken in a timely manner
  • Complete daily site construction reports for work of which they are responsible for ensuring these are to a high standard and provide a high level of detail
  • Demonstrate and promote PD&MS values and lead by example
  • Coordinate tasks and resources to meet project timelines and quality standards
  • Undertake continuous quality assurance and control check at site to ensure all construction work is to the required standard
  • Oversee the day-to-day site activities to ensure project progress aligns with plans and schedules
  • Provide timely feedback to management of ongoing status or completion of the task
  • Take part in site toolbox talks and ensure that all personnel fully understand their and others roles and responsibilities during site work
  • Allocate responsibilities and ensure work is completed safely and efficiently
  • Record and document all non-productive time at site
  • Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in accordance with applicable workpack / job card instructions, associated procedures and drawings / sketches
  • Supervise and direct the work of site personnel and contractors
  • In the first instance, act as the initial on-site lead in the event of an incident, ensuring prompt communication and containment measures
  • Responsible for overall quality and quantity of work undertaken by construction personnel
  • Ensure that all work is undertaken in accordance with Permit / Site requirements
  • Ensure unsafe activities are challenged
  • Ensure direct report performance reviews are carried out within the required timescales (where applicable)
  • Coordinate and monitor subcontractors, vendors, and team activities to ensure alignment with project specifications
  • Ensure safe working practices are being always employed across multiple work fronts
  • Undertake appropriate Risk Assessments (RA) in order to complete work scope in a safe and controlled manner
  • Ensure worksites are set up correctly and are in compliance with Site/Client based procedures and processes
  • Enforce strict compliance with QHSE regulations, company policies, and legal requirements.
  • Coordinate logistics for site deliveries and waste removal
  • Attend and participate positively in training sessions and safety sessions
  • Support team development through training and mentoring
  • Track and report on material usage and inventory levels
  • Ensure timely delivery and efficient use of materials, equipment, and tools
What you bring
iosh managing
mji10
ccnsg
nvq level3
audits
hse
  • Adherence to the requirements of the best practice standards recommendations and processes in the undertaking of duties, in particular, risk assessment and control, reliability and failure prevention necessary to ensure the safe design, provision and use of tools, equipment and systems
  • Adherence to the company integrated management system
  • Demonstrable experience in conducting Audits and Investigations including Permit to Work
  • IOSH Managing Safely in the Engineering Construction Industry or IOSH Managing Safely in Construction
  • Understanding of Construction Industry Codes and Standards relevant to role
  • Abrasive Wheels Awareness Training
  • Relevant Welders Coding Certificate (Weld Procedure Specific)
  • Previous experience in a similar role
  • Mechanical Joint Integrity Certificate- MJI10
  • Supervisory Skills training
  • Compliance with quality assurance, health and safety and environmental policies
  • Reasonable written and spoken English
  • Time Served / Modern Apprenticeship approved by City & Guilds or NVQ/SVQ Level 3, and / or relevant and recognised technical qualification approved by an appropriate awarding body
  • CCNSG Safety Passport
  • Understanding and demonstrable experience of meeting requirements for Construction Completions certification
Benefits
  • Go the extra mile
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
2002 founded
Year of establishment
The company was established in Aberdeen as a specialist brownfield engineering firm for the oil & gas industry.
£84m turnover
Annual revenue
The firm achieved a significant financial milestone with a turnover of £84 million in 2022.
2023 acquisition
Company acquisition
The company was acquired by RSK Group in July 2023, marking a strategic shift in ownership.
  • Over time it has expanded into a full EPCC provider, offering design, procurement, construction, commissioning and decommissioning services.
  • With operations spanning the North Sea, Azerbaijan and Brazil, the group delivers complex offshore and onshore projects.
  • Typical projects include platform upgrades, topside modifications, offshore wind O&M, and lifecycle support across drilling and production facilities.
  • PD&MS has diversified from oil & gas into renewables, leveraging its core strengths in brownfield and marine engineering.
  • It uses advanced design and planning software to reduce risk, ensure quality and drive efficiency in challenging environments.
Culture + Values
First time
Project Success Rate
Ensures exceptional results by delivering the right solution on the first attempt, emphasizing quality and reliability.
  • Go the extra mile – Our 'can do' mindset, creative thinking and professional pride ensures we give our clients what they need, when they want it.
  • Empower our people – We unlock the full potential of our people through empowerment, delivering exceptional results.
  • Never get complacent – We believe we are only as good as our last job and assess each project on its own merits.
  • Engage our partners – We build strong partnerships with our clients and supply chain to challenge industry norms and create win-win solutions.
  • Step up and deliver – We accept accountability and ownership and work with a sense of purpose to create a high-performance culture.
  • We are open – We encourage conversation, honest debate and constructive challenge; welcome new ideas, listen with an open mind and speak thoughtfully and honestly.
  • We do the right thing – We behave with honesty and integrity; show respect for colleagues, clients and community; always consider doing the right thing.
  • We are committed – We are dependable, hold ourselves to our commitments, learn from mistakes and drive continuous improvement.
  • We create value – We are passionate about learning how technology can help customers; embrace knowledge and creativity; put customers at the heart of everything.
  • We are a team – We collaborate with colleagues and clients, support development, understand shared goals and see success collectively.
Environment + Sustainability
50% Carbon Emissions
Carbon Reduction Achievement
The company achieved a 50% reduction in carbon emissions through ISO 14001:2015 certification and offsets the remaining emissions.
66 Solar Panels
Solar Energy Installation
Installed 66 solar panels at Isle of Man HQ in July 2022 to generate approximately 50% of the site's electricity.
42.8 MWh Generated
Solar Energy Production
Solar panels have generated 42.8 MWh of electricity to date, significantly contributing to energy sustainability.
16,793 kg CO₂ Saved
Carbon Footprint Reduction
Solar energy use has prevented the release of 16,793 kg of CO₂, equivalent to planting 500 trees.
  • Measuring emissions and actively reducing overall carbon production while offsetting the remainder.
  • Member of UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man and Sustainable Mann-certified via seven specialist workshops including innovation, biodiversity, waste, circular economy, and climate & energy.
  • Initiatives include a tree-planting carbon credit project, a Treekly step challenge planting over 400 trees, and partnerships with Manx BirdLife and Recycle Collect for waste management.
  • Net zero target achieved well ahead of the 2050 deadline, currently developing a detailed Net Zero roadmap.
  • Internal actions include reduced air travel, increased homeworking, improved waste recycling, carbon offsetting, and roof replacement with integrated solar panels.
  • Acquired CO₂-reduction consultancy Synergie Environ Ltd in May 2021 to support client decarbonisation and deliver external decarbonisation engineering services.
  • Led decarbonisation projects for clients, such as emissions baseline and reduction plans for Well-Safe Solutions, and renewable energy engineering works including wind, solar, CCS, and hydrogen projects.
Inclusion & Diversity
20 Weeks
Disability Internship Duration
Provided a disabled-student intern with a meaningful 20-week project, demonstrating commitment to inclusive opportunities.
  • Signed Scottish Government’s Empowering Women to Lead Digital Transformation programme (2021, 2022).
  • Supported LoveTech gender‑equality in tech initiative.
  • Living Wage accredited supplier; ensures minimum Living Wage across supply chain.
  • Modern Slavery zero‑tolerance policy with supply‑chain safeguards.
  • Accessibility advocacy in UX design; hosted accessibility workshops; placed a disabled‑student intern.
  • Mental Health at Work Commitment signed (Jan 2025); staff access to Headspace, wellbeing talks, trained Mental Health First Aiders.
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