Terminal Maintenance Supervisor

Colas USA; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global construction firm in Bristol is seeking a Terminal Maintenance Supervisor to oversee the storage and supply of bitumen. The role requires mechanical and electrical maintenance skills, with operations management responsibilities. The ideal candidate will ensure adherence to safety regulations and mentor a team. A salary of £45,000 - £55,000 is offered, alongside benefits like a pension scheme, annual leave, and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Pension scheme up to 10%

Life Assurance (x4 basic salary)

25 days annual leave + Public Holidays

Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme

Opportunities for fully funded Professional Qualification

Discounts through employee benefits portal

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical and electrical preventative maintenance.
• Knowledge of pressure systems, pumps, and hydraulics is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations and ensure the safe and efficient supply of bitumen.
• Communicate and mentor team members through training and briefings.
• Adhere to safety regulations and company policies at all times.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance experience

Electrical maintenance experience

Operations management

Inventory management

Education

Relevant technical qualification or certification

Job description

Colas Ltd is a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including more than 1,500 in the UK across multiple sites. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large‑scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields, and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a “Gold Investor in People” award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential.

Continental Bitumen, part of the global Colas Group, is a leading supplier in the bitumen industry, trading more than 5 million tonnes annually. With its own international shipping fleet and a UK presence that includes a production and storage facility at Avonmouth Docks in Bristol, we import and blend bitumen for a wide client base and have a bitumen manufacturing plant in Warrington.

This role focuses on both mechanical and electrical preventative maintenance of pressure systems, pumps, and hydraulics.

Main Responsibilities

Main responsibilities include operations management, inventory management, quality control, supplier and customer relationships, team leadership and development. As a Terminal Maintenance Supervisor you will ensure the safe and efficient storage and supply of bitumen from the Avonmouth Depot to Continental Bitumen’s customers, be ambassador for Safety, support with loading bitumen into road tankers, ensure full adherence to the Permit to Work scheme at all times and develop good relations with all site personnel including bitumen delivery drivers.

You will communicate, mentor and train your team through inductions, toolbox talks and appropriate briefings and adhere to all relevant legislation and company regulations, with safety being at the forefront.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have mechanical and electrical preventative maintenance experience, ideally around pressure systems, pumps and hydraulics but this is not essential. A relevant technical qualification or certification is also required.

Package Description

A salary of £45,000 - £55,000 per annum.

Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10%.

Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary.

25 days annual leave per year + Public Holidays.

Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme.

Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role).

Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification.

Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal.

Company Values

At Colas, our culture is guided by four core values: Respect, Commitment, Pioneering, and Sharing. These values shape how we work, collaborate, and grow together. We believe respect is the foundation of every relationship. By treating others as we wish to be treated, we foster fairness, transparency, and inclusion within our teams and with our clients, communities, and partners. Commitment means dedicating ourselves fully to everything we do. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact. With a pioneering spirit, we prioritise bold innovation over blind ambition. We welcome new ideas, invest in our people, and work to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that shape the future. Through sharing, we build trust and solidarity, encouraging collaboration and growth at all levels of the business.

Diversity and Inclusion

Colas Ltd is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that mirrors the communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you want a workplace where your voice is valued and your potential is developed, Colas is the right choice.

Recruitment Agencies

In line with our Company Policy, Colas Ltd has a preference for direct hiring and we will reach out to our PSL (Preferred Suppliers List) agencies if the role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If a speculative CV is sent, no fee will be applicable.