Working Site Supervisor

First Task Professional; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

First Task Professional is seeking an experienced Working Site Supervisor to join a prestigious Edinburgh City Centre construction project. You will lead from the front, supervising a team of Joiners while also contributing on the tools when required, ensuring quality workmanship and timely delivery.

Based on site, you will coordinate daily activities, maintain high health and safety standards, liaise with Site Management and other trades, and set a positive example for the on-site team on a

Qualifications

• SSSTS minimum qualification.
• Valid CSCS card.
• Proven experience supervising Joiners on construction projects.
• Strong joinery background with the ability to work on the tools.
• Good understanding of site health & safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate a team of Joiners on site.
• Assist with joinery duties when required.
• Ensure works are completed to the required quality and programme.
• Coordinate daily activities and allocate tasks.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety on site.
• Liaise with Site Management and other trades.
• Monitor progress and report issues.
• Lead by example and maintain a positive site environment.

Skills

SSSTS

CSCS card

Supervising Joiners

Joinery background

Health & safety

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced Working Site Supervisor to join a prestigious construction project in Edinburgh City Centre.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on Supervisor who enjoys leading from the front — managing a team of Joiners while also getting involved on the tools when required.

The Role

You will be responsible for overseeing a team of Joiners on site, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard. This is a working supervisory position, so you'll be expected to manage and coordinate the team while also assisting with joinery duties as required.

• Supervising and coordinating a team of Joiners
• Working alongside the team and assisting with joinery duties
• Ensuring work is completed to the required quality and programme
• Coordinating daily activities and allocating tasks
• Maintaining high standards of health & safety on site
• Liaising with Site Management and other trades
• Monitoring progress and reporting any issues
• Leading by example and maintaining a positive site environment

Requirements

• SSSTS minimum qualification
• Valid CSCS card
• Proven experience supervising Joiners on construction projects
• Strong joinery background with the ability to work on the tools
• Good understanding of site health & safety requirements
• Ability to lead a team while remaining hands‑on
• Reliable, organised and professional approach

What's on Offer

• Work on a prestigious Edinburgh City Centre project
• Long‑term opportunity for the right candidate
• Competitive rate of pay
• Hands‑on supervisory role with an established team
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile construction project