Kettering Foreman - Fit Out

Eden Brown; Kettering; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Site Foreman to supervise work on a manufacturing project in Kettering. Responsibilities include overseeing the installation of fire-rated walls and structural steel, ensuring Health & Safety compliance, and managing day-to-day site activities. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and H&S awareness.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Challenging project experience

Fixed-term contract

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Foreman in live operational environments.
• Experience with structural steel, fire-rated partitions, and electrical/fire alarm works.
• Excellent Health & Safety awareness and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day site activities within a live manufacturing environment.
• Oversee installation of fire-rated walls, structural steel, and electrical works.
• Ensure strict Health & Safety compliance at all times.

Skills

Leadership skills

Client-facing communication

Health & Safety awareness

Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, Outlook

Job description

Job Title: Site Foreman - Operational Manufacturing Project

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire

Duration: 24 weeks (starting end of October)

Rate: Competitive - DOE

About the Project

We are seeking an experienced Site Foreman for a unique project within an operational manufacturing warehouse in Kettering. The role involves supervising the construction of a panelled composite 2-hour fire-rated wall, installation of structural steelwork, and some electrical and fire alarm works.

Health & Safety is a critical factor as the project is in a live operational environment. The Site Foreman will manage the site workforce, ensuring safe and efficient delivery while coordinating closely with the warehouse production team.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day site activities within a live manufacturing environment
• Oversee installation of fire-rated walls, structural steel, and associated electrical/fire alarm works
• Ensure strict Health & Safety compliance at all times
• Attend regular progress meetings with the Production Manager
• Liaise with the client, subcontractors, and tradespeople to maintain smooth workflow
• Maintain accurate site records and report progress to the Site Manager

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Foreman, ideally in live operational environments
• Experience with structural steelwork, fire-rated partitions, and electrical/fire alarm works
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Client-facing experience with excellent communication
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Excellent Health & Safety awareness and a proactive approach

Benefits

• Exciting and challenging project within a live operational environment
• Competitive pay
• Fixed-term contract (24 weeks) starting end of October

If you are a proactive Site Foreman with strong H&S experience, client-facing skills, and the ability to supervise work safely in a live manufacturing setting, we would love to hear from you.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy