Job Description

Temporary Works Coordinator

📍 Location: Plymouth – Devonport

🌙 Shift: Night Shifts (30% uplift applied)

⏰ Hours: 42.5 hours per week

About the Role

Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) to join a major, long-term infrastructure project based at the Devonport Docks Project in Plymouth

Working as part of the engineering team, you will take full responsibility for the coordination, management, and implementation of all Temporary Works across the project lifecycle. This is a key position on a high-profile scheme within a highly regulated environment.

This role is night shift-based, offering a 30% uplift on standard rates.

Due to the nature of the site, security clearance (BPSS) is required and must be successfully obtained prior to starting.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate all Temporary Works activities across site teams and design functions

Review Temporary Works design briefs to ensure suitability prior to submission

Manage submissions through design, checking, approval, implementation, and dismantling

Liaise with internal teams, supply chain partners, and external designers

Ensure Temporary Works are implemented safely and in line with approved designs

Carry out site inspections and issue Temporary Works permits

Support and coordinate Temporary Works Supervisors

Promote and maintain high standards of health, safety, environmental and quality compliance

Identify and manage risks associated with Temporary Works

Ensure compliance with all relevant procedures, policies, and regulatory requirements

Provide mentoring and support to less experienced team members

Requirements

Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Temporary Works Coordinator on heavy civils or construction projects 

Strong knowledge of Temporary Works procedures and management systems 

Experience delivering major infrastructure or complex engineering projects 

Background in reinforced concrete, formwork, and falsework schemes 

Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and design interfaces

Ideally experience within highly regulated environments (e.g. nuclear, defence, or similar) 

Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree) desirable

Working towards or holding professional membership (ICE, IStructE or similar) advantageous 

Security & Eligibility

Must be eligible for BPSS clearance (application process required)

Typically requires UK residency history and appropriate right-to-work status 

What’s on Offer

Night shift role with 30% uplift on standard pay rates

Opportunity to join a major UK infrastructure project

Long-term programme with career progression opportunities

Work within a highly experienced engineering team