Works Manager — Fareham

Due to continued growth and an increasing workload, we are seeking an experienced Works Manager to join our team in Fareham. This role requires extensive experience in arboriculture, de-vegetation and landscaping, strong leadership capability, and a clear understanding of compliance, safety and programme delivery across live sites.

You will play a key role in planning, coordinating and overseeing works, supporting frontline teams, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities:

Site Visits (Scoping)

• Conduct regular site visits to assess project requirements, perform risk assessments, and provide accurate scoping reports

• Liaise with stakeholders to gather information, ensure alignment with project goals, and evaluate site conditions

Rota Management

• Develop and maintain efficient work rotas to ensure optimal staffing levels and smooth operations across sites

• Ensure coverage for all shifts, manage holiday and sickness, and respond to operational changes

Frontline HR

• Act as first point of contact for frontline staff, providing support and facilitating communication

• Assist with recruitment, onboarding and workforce planning

• Ensure return-to-work and annual leave processes are completed and submitted to HR

• Support staff in taking leave within the leave year

Appraisals & Attendance

• Conduct performance appraisals and support development planning

• Manage back-to-work interviews and support attendance monitoring with HR

Contract Management

• Oversee contract delivery to ensure obligations are met on time and within budget

• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements

• Liaise with clients and contractors to resolve issues

Equipment & Fleet

• Support management of plant, vehicles and equipment

• Coordinate inspections, servicing and maintenance with the Fleet Co-ordinator

• Ensure documentation is accurate and up to date

Procurement

• Oversee procurement of materials, tools and services

• Raise purchase orders on Procore

• Maintain supplier relationships and ensure cost-effective purchasing

Site Audits & Compliance

• Conduct site audits and implement improvements

• Work with compliance teams to maintain best practice

• Monitor and report compliance matters

Training

• Identify training needs and coordinate delivery with HR

• Ensure staff competence across systems, safety and operational requirements

PPE & Stores

• Ensure correct PPE provision and usage

• Oversee stores, stock levels and equipment records

Timesheets

• Review and approve timesheets in line with company processes

RAMS

• Prepare and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements

• Ensure safe systems of work are implemented

Requirements

• Extensive experience in arboriculture or vegetation management

• Strong operational leadership experience

• Relevant industry tickets

• SMSTS preferred

• Ability to manage multiple priorities

• Strong communication and organisational skills

• Full UK driving licence