Highway Maintenance Supervisor - Prime Workforce : Job Details

Maintenance Supervisor - Queensferry Depot

Prime Workforce: Your Exclusive Partner for Engineering Excellence with BEAR Scotland

Prime Workforce, a premier recruitment agency specialising in the construction, engineering, and manufacturing sectors across Scotland and the UK, is proud to partner exclusively with BEAR Scotland. As BEAR Scotland’s trusted external recruitment partner, we are excited to present an outstanding career opportunity for engineers seeking to advance their careers with a recognised industry leader.

At Prime Workforce, we believe in empowering talent to thrive. With a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and ethical recruitment practices, we are dedicated to matching top professionals with organisations where they can grow and excel.

About BEAR Scotland

BEAR Scotland is a trusted alliance between three renowned companies - Vinci, Jacobs, and Breedon. Together, they manage two of Scotland’s four Trunk Road Maintenance Contracts (South-East & North-West) for Transport Scotland. In addition, BEAR Scotland leads two major DBFO contracts: M80 Stepps - Haggs and A92 Dundee - Arbroath.

With an unwavering focus on delivering exceptional service, BEAR Scotland is recognised as a sector leader in Scotland. Their commitment to innovation, flexibility, and operational excellence continues to drive improvements across the country’s vital transport infrastructure.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a talented Maintenance Supervisor for BEAR Scotland . Are you ready to take on a fantastic opportunity to lead a skilled maintenance team while contributing to the upkeep of some of Scotland’s most iconic structures, including the Queensferry Crossing?

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Supervise and lead a multi-trade team in carrying out maintenance activities on major bridges.
• Technician Oversight: Provide direct supervision and support to technicians.
• Administrative Duties: Manage records such as timesheets and scheme files.
• Health & Safety: Ensure team compliance with all health and safety protocols.
• Project Management: Work in alignment with the cyclic maintenance programme and produce job/project estimates.
• Quality Control: Conduct inspections of completed works to ensure high standards.
• Documentation: Create and review Health & Safety documentation.
• Emergency Leadership: Lead the Rescue Team and oversee nightshift works as required.

Your Skills and Experience

• Education: HNC in an engineering discipline is preferred.
• Technical Competence: Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Deadline-Oriented: Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Commercial Awareness: Strong understanding of cost management.
• Specialized Training: Certification in Work at Height and Confined Space operations.
• Driving Licence: A fully approved UK driving licence is required.

Why Join BEAR Scotland?

BEAR Scotland offers the chance to work on some of Scotland’s most scenic and challenging road networks, managing over 1962km of trunk roads and 2000+ structures. Joining BEAR means becoming part of a company that values its people as its greatest asset. You will benefit from:

• A competitive, tailored salary
• Pension and life assurance
• Up to 34 days’ annual leave (plus additional leave purchase options)
• BEAR Rewards: Discounts and cashback on shopping
• Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7
• Flexible/Hybrid working opportunities
• A Cycle to Work Scheme
• Development and progression opportunities with a structured career path
• 2 paid days per year to support the charity of your choice

About Prime Workforce

Prime Workforce is proud to be BEAR Scotland’s exclusive recruitment partner. As a division of Prime Trading Group, we are a trusted name in the recruitment industry, dedicated to connecting talented professionals with leading organisations.

Our approach is rooted in integrity, fairness, and a commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion. We are passionate about helping our candidates and clients thrive, delivering bespoke recruitment solutions tailored to the needs of the industries we serve.

At Prime Workforce, we value the diversity of our people and the varied experiences, expertise, backgrounds, and perspectives they bring. We work hard to foster a culture where those differences can thrive and where every one of us can fulfil our potential.

As a fair and ethical employer, in accordance with guidelines taken from the 2010 Equality Act, Prime Workforce Solutions Ltd is committed to promoting equal opportunities for all: irrespective of colour, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origins, gender, marital/civil partnership status, sexuality, disability or age.