Subcontractor Manager

Dalkia UK; Morecambe; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension contributions

Generous holiday entitlement

Flexible benefits package includingret

Electric car scheme (Pending approval)

Wellbeing support

Recognition awards

Employee referral bonuses

EAP

Job summary

Dalkia UK is seeking a proactive Subcontractor Manager to join the team at Heysham 1 Power Station. You will take day-to-day responsibility for planning, authorising, supervising and delivering subcontractor works on site, ensuring safety, compliance and quality delivery within a regulated environment.

As primary contact for subcontractors, you will run pre-job briefs, review RAMS, gain ISM approvals for high-risk tasks, and conduct regular spot checks.

Qualifications

• Health and safety management background with on-site experience.
• Proven ability to plan and oversee subcontractor work safely.
• Strong communication and organisational skills to coordinate multiple teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain SMOC records for all subcontractors.
• Verify documentation is current and compliant before site access.
• Supervise subcontractor activities to meet safety and quality standards.
• Brief subcontractors on arrival and oversee their activities on site.
• Conduct setting-to-work processes and pre-job briefs.
• Review RAMS prior to work; obtain ISM approvals for high-risk tasks.
• Carry out spot checks and audits to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Coordinate with Operations Managers to plan subcontractor activities.
• Monitor performance and raise Health & Safety concerns.

Skills

Health & Safety management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Facilities management familiarity

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate (or working towards)

Job description

Location: Heysham 1 Power Station

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: Competitive, plus comprehensive benefits package

Dalkia is seeking a proactive and highly organised Subcontractor Manager to join our team at Heysham 1 Power Station. This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in the effective management and coordination of subcontractors on site, ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance, and quality delivery within a regulated environment.

The Role

As Subcontractor Manager, you will take day-to-day responsibility for overseeing subcontractor activities on site. You will ensure all works are properly planned, authorised, supervised, and delivered in full compliance with Health & Safety requirements and company procedures.

You will act as the primary point of contact for subcontractors, working closely with operational teams to ensure work is carried out safely, efficiently, and to the required standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update SMOC records for all subcontractors.
• Verify that all subcontractor documentation is current and compliant prior to granting site access.
• Supervise subcontractor activities on site to ensure adherence to Health & Safety standards and quality expectations.
• Meet and brief subcontractors upon arrival and oversee their activities throughout their time on site.
• Conduct setting-to-work processes and deliver pre-job briefs as required.
• Review and validate subcontractor RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements) prior to work commencing, ensuring understanding and compliance.
• For high-risk activities, obtain approval from the local ISM and ensure RAMS are formally reviewed and signed off.
• Carry out routine spot checks and audits to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Work collaboratively with Operations Managers and Supervisors to plan and coordinate subcontractor activities effectively.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and report any Health & Safety concerns to relevant stakeholders.
• Support the ISM with day-to-day operational tasks.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a confident and detail-oriented professional with strong organisational skills and a solid understanding of Health & Safety management. You will be capable of building effective working relationships with both subcontractors and internal teams, while maintaining high compliance standards.

Essential Requirements

• NEBOSH General Certificate (or working towards completion within 6 months).
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a relevant role (e.g. Subcontractor Management, Compliance, H&S, Works Management, QA).
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety management systems and compliance processes.
• Excellent communication skills at all organisational levels.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.Familiarity with technical or facilities management disciplines.

What We Offer

• Excellent pension contributions and generous holiday entitlement
• Flexible benefits package including retail discounts, electric car scheme (Pending acceptance), and wellbeing support
• Recognition awards and employee referral bonuses
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in a key role supporting one of the UK's most high-profile energy sites, we would love to hear from you.

At Dalkia, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and will support any adjustments you may need throughout the recruitment process.