Temporary Works Coordinator - Civil Projects Safety Leader

Appointed Person / Temporary Works Coordinator

We are looking for an experienced Appointed Person / Temporary Works Coordinator to join a major civil engineering project.

The successful candidate will have a strong background within heavy civils, infrastructure or major construction projects, together with a good understanding of safe digging practices and working around underground services/utilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage temporary works activities across site.
• Ensure temporary works are planned, designed, checked and implemented safely.
• Liaise with site teams, engineers, designers and subcontractors.
• Support the planning and coordination of excavation and groundworks activities.
• Ensure safe systems of work are followed when working around underground services and utilities.
• Review relevant temporary works documentation, permits, designs and site requirements.
• Identify potential temporary works and excavation-related risks.
• Carry out site inspections and ensure works are completed in accordance with agreed procedures.
• Promote a strong health and safety culture across the project.

Requirements

• Previous experience as an Appointed Person, Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) or within a similar temporary works position.
• Strong experience within civil engineering, infrastructure, heavy civils or major projects.
• Good working knowledge of temporary works procedures.
• Good understanding of safe digging, excavation safety and underground services.
• Ability to coordinate multiple temporary works activities on a busy construction site.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with site teams, designers and subcontractors.
• Relevant Temporary Works Coordinator / Temporary Works qualification or training would be highly advantageous.
• Relevant construction qualifications and CSCS/CITB credentials are desirable.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity to join a major civil engineering project where you will play an important role in ensuring temporary works and excavation activities are properly coordinated and delivered safely.