Control of Works Supervisor

CamWebDir; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual cost of living increases

Generous annual leave

Flexible and hybrid working

Family-friendly policies and nursery

Excellent pension scheme

Job summary

The University of Cambridge is actively seeking a skilled Control of Works Supervisor to join the Estates Division Asset Management team in Cambridge. Lead safety systems, permit-to-work processes, RAMS reviews and contractor audits to ensure compliance across a large campus.

You will partner with estates and health and safety professionals, delivering inductions and toolbox talks, and driving continuous improvement in control of works practices.

Qualifications

• Practical experience of health and safety management within maintenance/facilities/engineering environments.
• Experience reviewing RAMS, permits to work and COSHH documentation.
• Strong contractor management including pre-start audits and on-site safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe systems of work and ensure compliance across the University estate.
• Manage permit-to-work processes and contractor inductions.
• Conduct RAMS reviews, risk assessments and method statements; drive improvement.
• Audit contractors and promote safe working practices on operational sites.
• Provide guidance on control of works processes and training to teams.

Skills

RAMS

Permits to work

COSHH

Contractor management

Safety briefings

IT skills

Education

IOSH Managing Safely

NEBOSH qualification

Building services qualification

Tools

MS Office

Permit to Work software

RAMS management system

Job description

# Control of Works SupervisorUUniversity of CambridgeCB2 1TNvia University of CambridgePosted 16 Oct 2026Apply on cam.ac.uk →\\* The Role:\\*The University of Cambridge is seeking a highly motivated Control of Works Supervisor to join the Estates Division Asset Management team.Working across one of the UK's largest and most complex operational estates, comprising over 370 buildings, 723,000m2 of academic, teaching and research space, and assets valued at more than £3.4 billion, you will play a critical role in ensuring contractors and Estates teams operate safely and compliantly across the University estate.As a key member of the Control of Works team, you will oversee the implementation of safe systems of work, manage permit-to-work processes, undertake contractor audits, review risk assessments and method statements, and support compliance with health and safety legislation and best practice.You will work closely with Estates colleagues, University departments, contractors and Health and Safety professionals to promote a strong safety culture, deliver contractor inductions, provide expert guidance on control of works processes, and drive continuous improvement across permit and compliance systems.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced health and safety or building services professional looking to make a significant impact within a world-leading institution.About you:To excel in this role, you will bring:• Practical experience of health and safety management within a maintenance, facilities management, engineering or construction environment.• Experience reviewing and assessing risk assessments and method statements (RAMS), permits to work, COSHH documentation and safe systems of work.• Strong knowledge of contractor management, including pre-start audits and ensuring safe working practices on operational sites.• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with contractors, technical specialists, operational teams and senior stakeholders.• The ability to deliver safety briefings, toolbox talks and training sessions to both small and large groups.• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.• Proficient IT skills and experience working with digital systems and documentation.• IOSH Managing Safely (or equivalent) and a sound understanding of current health and safety legislation.• A recognised building services qualification or equivalent technical knowledge. A NEBOSH qualification and appointment as an Authorised Person (AP) or Authorising Engineer (AE) would be advantageous.Please be aware that a Full UK Driving Licence is essential for this role (a full EU Driving Licence is acceptable on appointment, but the successful applicant must transfer to a UK Licence prior to confirming a start date).Benefits of working at the University of Cambridge include:• Competitive pay with automatic annual cost of living increases and service-related progression.• Generous annual leave entitlement, helping you maintain a healthy work-life balance.• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support your lifestyle and wellbeing.• Family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, plus access to workplace nurseries.• Excellent pension scheme with a generous employer contribution through auto-enrolment.• Travel and shopping discounts at over 2,000 local and national retailers.• Relocation support for eligible new starters.Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please email Estates Division on [e-mail] quote reference BA51385 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.