Site Agent

Manpower UK Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and maritime organisation in Plymouth seeks a Site Agent for a 22-month project in Devonport. This role involves providing leadership in a client-facing capacity, coordinating subcontractor activities, and managing risks within defence engineering projects. Ideal for those looking to progress in their career while working in a structured and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide Leadership and/or management in a Client facing role.
• Co-ordination of sub-contractor activities.
• Reporting to Senior Leadership Teams.
• Co-ordination and liaison with relevant site teams.
• Identify opportunities & risks and maintain the Risk Register.

Job description

Role : Site Agent

Location : Devonport

Duration : 22 months

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About our client

Our client is a leading engineering and maritime organisation specialising in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of naval vessels. The site operates with a skilled workforce across mechanical, electrical, and technical disciplines, delivering high-quality and complex engineering projects. It offers a structured and collaborative working environment with opportunities for hands‑on experience and professional development.

This is an exciting opportunity to progress your career and assist in the delivery of Defence design and safety engineering projects, with opportunities for further development and progression within the Company.

Responsibilities

• Provide Leadership and / or management in a Client facing role, personally demonstrating a positive Culture including key values & behaviours of Safety and Quality
• Co-ordination of sub-contractor activities, including chairing regular co‑ordination meetings with staff and subcontractors
• Reporting to Senior Leadership Teams of various Project Organisational teams and functions both directly and indirectly
• Co‑ordination and liaison with relevant site teams and functions to enable the works, including cross business functional departments
• In liaison with the Site team(s) identify opportunities & risks and maintain the Risk Register in conjunction with the relevant project functions
• Scrutinise drawings an...