Hands-On Working Foreman (Carpentry) – On‑Site Leader

ITS (Cheltenham) Ltd; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A busy construction firm in Gloucester is seeking an experienced Working Foreman with a strong carpentry background. In this hands-on role, you will lead daily site activities while ensuring health & safety compliance and coordinating works with site management. Ideal candidates will possess an SMSTS certification, a CSCS card, and First Aid at Work qualifications. This temp-to-perm position offers competitive rates during the temp period and a long-term, permanent opportunity for the right individual.

Benefits

Competitive rates during the temp period

Long-term, permanent opportunity

Immediate start available

Qualifications

• Proven carpentry background is essential.
• SMSTS certification is required.
• CSCS Card is mandatory.
• First Aid at Work qualification is necessary.
• Able to commute reliably to the site.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site activities while working on the tools.
• Supervise trades and subcontractors.
• Ensure health & safety compliance at all times.
• Coordinate works with site management.
• Maintain quality, programme, and productivity on site.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Ability to supervise trades

Job description

A busy construction firm in Gloucester is seeking an experienced Working Foreman with a strong carpentry background. In this hands-on role, you will lead daily site activities while ensuring health & safety compliance and coordinating works with site management. Ideal candidates will possess an SMSTS certification, a CSCS card, and First Aid at Work qualifications. This temp-to-perm position offers competitive rates during the temp period and a long-term, permanent opportunity for the right individual.