Your new company A specialist contractor delivering refurbishment, small works and planned projects across secure government sites is seeking an experienced Site Supervisor / Team Leader to oversee works across multiple HMP locations throughout the North West.This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on supervisor with a construction background looking for long-term freelance work with the potential to move into a permanent role.
Your new role
You’ll be responsible for managing the delivery of small works, refurbishments, reactive building projects and maintenance upgrades across a portfolio of prison sites.Leading teams of joiners, plumbers, electricians and specialist subcontractors, you’ll coordinate labour, materials and programme requirements whilst ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standard.A typical day could involve assessing a damaged cell, blocked WC, security door issue, plumbing defect or electrical fault, assigning the appropriate trades, overseeing the works, carrying out quality checks and signing off completed jobs before handing them back to the client.
Key responsibilities include:
Supervising site-based trades and subcontractorsManaging refurbishment, repair and small works projectsAllocating labour and coordinating daily activitiesOrdering materials and managing deliveriesMonitoring programme deadlines and project progressConducting quality inspections and site auditsEnsuring Health & Safety compliance across all worksLiaising with client representatives and site management teamsManaging site records and project documentationSigning off completed works and handing projects back to the client
What you’ll need to succeed Previous experience as a Site Supervisor, Working Foreman, Team Leader or Small Works SupervisorTrade background ideally in joinery, building, electrical or plumbing worksExperience managing multiple trades on live construction or refurbishment projectsStrong understanding of Health & Safety legislationAbility to coordinate labour, materials and subcontractorsExcellent communication and organisational skillsExperience working within secure or regulated environments would be advantageousEL1 Clearance (essential)Full UK right to work
What you’ll get in return Immediate start available250 per day Basic PAYELong-term freelance contractPotential for a permanent positionMonday to Friday working patternProjects across HMP sites throughout the North WestOpportunity to manage varied refurbishment and small works schemesStable pipeline of work with a growing contractor
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