Temporary Works Co-Ordinator

Orion Group; Inverness; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering contractor is seeking a Temporary Works Coordinator in Scotland. The role involves managing temporary works across projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations. Candidates should have experience in civil engineering, knowledge of BS 5975, and strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, company vehicle, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Company Vehicle

Bonus

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Temporary Works Coordinator or Engineer within civil engineering or construction.
• In-depth knowledge of BS 5975 and temporary works procedures.
• TWC training (CITB) or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating all aspects of temporary works design and implementation on-site.
• Reviewing, approving, and issuing design briefs and method statements.
• Conducting regular inspections and ensuring temporary works are correctly implemented and maintained.

Skills

Communication skills

Coordination skills

Knowledge of BS 5975

Health and safety understanding

Education

HNC/Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

Our client, as successful Civil Engineering contractor with a long history of delivering complex Energy & Marine projects is seeking a Temporary Works Co‑Ordinator to add to the team.

About the Role

As the new Temporary Works Coordinator, you'll play a key role in ensuring that all temporary works on various projects are designed, implemented, and managed safely and efficiently. You'll work closely with design teams, site managers, and engineers to make sure every aspect of their projects meets the highest safety and quality standards.

This is a great opportunity to take ownership of complex temporary works schemes and see your work make a visible difference on some of Scotland's most exciting Energy project.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Coordinating all aspects of temporary works design and implementation on‑site.
• Reviewing, approving, and issuing design briefs and method statements.
• Liaising with Temporary Works Designers, Site Managers, and Engineers to ensure compliance with BS 5975 and company procedures.
• Conducting regular inspections and ensuring temporary works are correctly implemented and maintained.
• Managing temporary works registers and documentation.
• Providing technical advice and support to site teams.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience as a Temporary Works Coordinator or Engineer within civil engineering or construction.
• In-depth knowledge of BS 5975 and temporary works procedures.
• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation and risk management.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• TWC training (CITB) or equivalent certification preferred.
• HNC/Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Required)

What’s in It for You

• Work on high‑profile infrastructure and civil engineering projects that shape communities across Scotland.
• Join a supportive and safety‑driven team culture where your input really matters.
• Continuous professional development through training, mentoring, and project exposure.
• Competitive salary package, Company Vehicle, Bonus and potential for long‑term career progression.

Ready to Build the Future?

If you’re a safety‑focused professional with a passion for engineering excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion

As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.