Hands-On Working Foreman: Fast-Track Pub Refurbs

Tradeline Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van & fuel card provided

Job summary

Tradeline Recruitment is seeking a hands-on Working Foreman to lead on-site operations for fast-track refurbishments and maintenance projects across London for hospitality clients. You will oversee day-to-day site activities, manage subcontractors, and occasionally run multiple small sites while assisting on the tools during close-outs and snagging.

The role requires a time-served trade background with SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid at Work, and a proactive, muck-in attitude.

Qualifications

• Trade background preferred (carpentry, joinery, finishing trades).
• Valid SMSTS, CSCS Card, and First Aid at Work are required.
• Experience in fast-track commercial fit-outs, pubs, or reactive maintenance.
• IT skills for basic site reporting using mobile/tablet apps.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Site leadership and supervision of day-to-day operations, sub-contractors and trade teams.
• Hands-on trade support during finishing, snagging, and clean handovers.
• Complete basic site reports and photo updates for management.
• Multi-site coordination for small additional schemes when required.
• Maintain strict health and safety standards on-site.

Skills

On-site leadership

IT reporting

Health & safety mindset

Driving licence

Education

SMSTS certification

CSCS Card

First Aid at Work

Job description

Tradeline Recruitment is seeking a hands-on Working Foreman to lead on-site operations for fast-track refurbishments and maintenance projects across London for hospitality clients. You will oversee day-to-day site activities, manage subcontractors, and occasionally run multiple small sites while assisting on the tools during close-outs and snagging.

The role requires a time-served trade background with SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid at Work, and a proactive, muck-in attitude.