Engineering Coordinator

JR United Kingdom; Livingston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an organized Engineering Coordinator at a high-profile site in Edinburgh. The role ensures subcontractor works are delivered safely and compliantly, with responsibilities that include governance, document checks, and coordination of contractors. Ideal for those looking for a career progression in a collaborative, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities, construction, or engineering environments.
• Proven experience in managing subcontractors safely and effectively.
• Ability to obtain BPSS Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and book subcontractors according to site procedures.
• Review and validate contractor documentation.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure safety and compliance.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Proactivity

Relationship Management

Education

IOSH Managing Safely

NEBOSH Certification (desirable)

Job description

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Engineering Coordinator / Control of Contractors Coordinator

Location: Edinburgh, EH5 2XS

Contract Type: Permanent

We are looking for an organized and proactive Engineering Coordinator / Control of Contractors Coordinator to join our team at a high-profile site in Edinburgh.

This role is key to ensuring that all subcontractor works are delivered safely, compliantly and in line with the client’s permit to work & work authorisation processes.

You’ll take ownership of contractor governance, including document checks, access control, safety procedures and compliance inspections.

The position offers a great opportunity to build long-term career progression within a collaborative, safety-focused team.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and book in subcontractors in line with site procedures
• Review and validate contractor documentation (RAMS, permits)
• Manage and support the permit to work and work authorisation processes
• Escort subcontractors, ensuring all security protocols are followed
• Conduct site inspections to verify safety and quality compliance
• Support engineering teams with documentation and logbooks
• Assist with site security arrangements and compliance processes
• Provide administrative support related to contractor activity
• Monitor and record subcontractor performance and adherence

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a similar role within facilities, construction or engineering environments
• Solid knowledge of M&E disciplines and associated legislative/statutory requirements
• IOSH Managing Safely (essential); NEBOSH (desirable or working towards)
• Proven experience in managing subcontractor groups operationally and safely to prevent undesirable outcomes
• Ability to build positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and subcontractor groups
• Organised, proactive, and able to work under pressure
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and reactive environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to inspire confidence
• Technical knowledge from a Facilities Management or other technical background
• Ability to obtain BPSS Security Clearance. Click here for more information: BPSS Check

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