General Foreman (Wigan)
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking for x3 General Foremen to work on the LNW Rail Infrastructure Framework.
As a General Foreman at CML, you will ensure an effective deployment of personnel, plant, subcontractors and equipment to achieve the allocated site activities within the allowed programme period.
You will work on the LNW Framework for Network Rail, based from our depot in Wigan, undertaking railway maintenance work including but not limited to vegetation clearance and brickwork.
You will be responsible for organising, motivating and supervising site operatives and subcontractors at all times. You will have the confidence and motivation to carry out inductions, daily site briefings of method statements and activities, daily inspections and record any changes to methods of work or site conditions.
A key part of this role will be to have full understanding of work objectives, programmes and project details to ensure the contract is carried out correctly to timescales and mark up programmes and drawings with the progress on a weekly basis.
Desirable Skills
- Civils / rail background
- People supervision – Essential
- Safety Awareness, behaviours & knowledge
- Planning & time management
- Positive attitude and motivation
Preferred qualifications:
- Suitably qualified by experience
- PTS & COSS – Desirable
- SSSTS / SMSTS – Essential
- First Aid
- Bricklayer – Desirable
- Continued professional development courses as appropriate
The Package
Package dependant on experience.
- Competitive Pay
- A collaborative and friendly working culture
- Up to 25 days holiday + Statutory Bank Holidays
- Company Sick Pay
- Training & Development opportunities
- Paid Volunteer Days
- Annual Flu Jabs
- Employee Assistance Programmes for advice and counselling
- Company Pension and Death in Service scheme
- A generous Employee Referral scheme
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- What salary are you looking for?
- Do you have a Legal Right to Work in the UK?
Work Location: On the road
Reference ID: RAF219
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for General Foreman (Wigan) roles across CML (Construction Marine Ltd)'s corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £29,177 - £49,038 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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