2-Week Hands-On Working Foreman – Carpentry/Multi-Trade

Construction; Hastings; On-site; GBP 41,494 - 54,445; Full time

Job summary

Construction in Hastings, UK, is seeking an experienced Freelance Working Foreman to join a project on a two-week contract. The role combines hands-on supervision with close coordination of the site team to dismantle an external steel staircase safely.

The ideal candidate has a carpentry or multi-trade background, holds a CSCS card, and is SMSTS/SSSTS certified with First Aid at Work. Own tools and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Working Foreman or Site Foreman.
• Carpentry or Multi-Trade background preferred.
• Valid CSCS card.
• SSSTS or SMSTS certification.
• First Aid at Work qualification.
• Own tools and hands-on leadership.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support site operations while remaining hands-on.
• Assist with the safe removal of an external steel staircase.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Communicate effectively with the site team and subcontractors to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.

Skills

Leadership

Hands-on leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Health & safety

Education

CSCS card

SSSTS/SMSTS

First Aid at Work

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Construction in Hastings, UK, is seeking an experienced Freelance Working Foreman to join a project on a two-week contract. The role combines hands-on supervision with close coordination of the site team to dismantle an external steel staircase safely.

The ideal candidate has a carpentry or multi-trade background, holds a CSCS card, and is SMSTS/SSSTS certified with First Aid at Work. Own tools and strong communication are essential.