Scaffolder Charge Hand

RecruitEasy Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

RecruitEasy Limited is seeking an experienced Scaffolder Charge Hand to lead on-site scaffold teams in Bristol. The role focuses on coordinating daily workloads and ensuring safe erection, alteration and dismantling of scaffolding.

You will oversee safety practices, liaise with site management, and maintain high workmanship standards while supporting team members throughout the project.

Qualifications

• Advanced scaffolder certification is essential.
• SMSTS or SSSTS qualification is required.
• Valid CISRS card is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate scaffolders on site.
• Work with other Charge Hands to manage daily workloads.
• Ensure scaffolding is erected, altered and dismantled safely.
• Allocate tasks and ensure work stays on programme.
• Monitor health & safety on site.
• Lead toolbox talks and site briefings when required.
• Ensure adherence to site procedures and methods.
• Liaise with site management and other trades.
• Maintain high workmanship standards across the project.
• Lead by example and support the scaffold team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Health & Safety

Team supervision

Education

Advanced Scaffolder Certificate

SMSTS/SSSTS

CISRS card

Job description

Scaffolder Charge Hand Required!

RecruitEasy are looking for an experienced Scaffolder Charge Hand to work for our client based in Bristol , Bristol.

Duration: Ongoing

Start Date: 19-10-2026

Pay Rate: Up To £250.00 Per Day - paid weekly!

Pay rate depending on experience and/or tickets.

We do not use umbrella companies to process your pay!

Job Roles:

• Overseeing and coordinating scaffolders on site
• Working alongside other Charge Hands to manage daily workloads
• Ensuring scaffolding is erected, altered and dismantled safely
• Allocating tasks and ensuring work is completed to programme
• Monitoring health & safety standards on site
• Carrying out site briefings and toolbox talks where required
• Ensuring the team follows site procedures and working methods
• Liaising with site management and other trades
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship throughout the project
• Leading by example and supporting the scaffolding team when required

Requirements:

• Advanced Scaffolder Certificate – Essential
• SMSTS or SSSTS – Essential
• Valid CISRS card
• Full UK driving licence
• Previous Charge Hand / supervisory experience
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Excellent understanding of scaffolding health & safety
• Reliable and able to work well within a large team

Start Date: 19/10/2026Duration: OngoingPay Rate: Up To £250.00 Per DayLocation: Bristol.

We do not charge Payroll Admin Fees or use Umbrella Companies to process your pay - so you get to keep more of your take home pay.