Temporary Works Coordinator

Linsco; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Temporary Works Coordinator to oversee temporary works activities across various sites in the UK. The successful candidate will manage compliance with BS 5975 and coordinate with site teams and subcontractors. Key requirements include a valid Temporary Works Coordinator certificate and a strong construction management background. This role involves regular travel to different sites and the issuance of permits and risk management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Temporary Works Coordinator.
• Strong working knowledge of BS 5975.
• Experience managing multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Act as Temporary Works Coordinator in accordance with BS 5975.
• Manage Temporary Works Register for each project.
• Coordinate temporary works design and implementation.
• Ensure compliance with approved designs.
• Liaise with site managers and subcontractors.

Skills

Temporary Works Coordinator experience

Knowledge of BS 5975

Site management

Risk management

Education

Valid Temporary Works Coordinator certificate

SMSTS or SSSTS

First Aid certification

Job description

Temporary Works Coordinator (Construction)

Location: Multiple sites across the Midlands & Yorkshire (Leicester to Leeds)

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 Leeds. 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, 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 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
• Construction, civil engineering, or site management background
• Experience managing multiple sites
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• SMSTS or SSSTS
• First Aid

Linsco is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy