Temporary Works Coordinator

Linsco; Leicester Forest East; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is looking for an experienced Temporary Works Coordinator to oversee temporary works across multiple sites from Leicester to Portsmouth. The successful candidate will ensure all activities are compliant with BS 5975 and manage the Temporary Works Register. Proven experience, a valid TWC certificate, and a full UK driving license are required. This role involves regular travel for site inspections and coordination with teams to ensure safe operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Temporary Works Coordinator.
• Valid Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) certificate is essential.
• Strong knowledge of BS 5975 is required.
• Background in construction or civil engineering is preferred.
• Experience managing multiple sites is a must.
• A full UK driving licence is essential.
• First Aid certification is a prerequisite.

Responsibilities

• Manage and control temporary works activities across multiple construction sites.
• Ensure compliance with BS 5975 and company procedures.
• Coordinate temporary works design and implementation.
• Maintain and manage the Temporary Works Register.
• Liaise with site teams and subcontractors.
• Carry out inspections and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Stop work if temporary works are unsafe.

Skills

Proven experience as a Temporary Works Coordinator

Strong working knowledge of BS 5975

Background in construction or civil engineering

Experience managing multiple sites

Full UK driving licence

First Aid certification

Education

Valid Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) certificate

SMSTS or SSSTS

Job description

Temporary Works Coordinator (Construction)

Location: Multiple sites across the Midlands & South (Leicester to Portsmouth)

Contract Type: Freelance

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) to manage and control all temporary works activities across multiple live construction sites located between Leicester and Portsmouth. You will ensure all temporary works are designed, installed, used, inspected, and dismantled safely, in full compliance with BS 5975 and company procedures.

The role requires regular travel between sites and close coordination with site teams, designers, engineers, and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Temporary Works Coordinator in accordance with BS 5975 across multiple sites
• Maintain and manage the Temporary Works Register for each project
• Coordinate temporary works design, checking, approval, and implementation
• Ensure temporary works are installed in line with approved designs
• Issue and manage permits to load/use
• Liaise with site managers, designers, engineers, and subcontractors
• Carry out inspections and ensure ongoing compliance
• Identify, assess, and manage risks associated with temporary works
• Stop works where temporary works are unsafe or non‑compliant

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Temporary Works Coordinator
• Valid Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) certificate
• Strong working knowledge of BS 5975
• Background in construction, civil engineering, or site management
• Experience managing multiple sites simultaneously
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• SMSTS or SSSTS
• First Aid certification

Linsco is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.