Job Description
The Temporary Works Lead is responsible for the planning, coordination, design oversight, and safe execution of all temporary works within the yard. This includes structures and systems required during building, repair, or maintenance phases that are not part of the permanent build or facility.
* Be the Temporary Works Lead (TWL) in line with best practices (e.g., BS 5975).
* Develop and implement the Temporary Works Procedure for yard operations.
* Maintain the Temporary Works Register for all ongoing projects.
* Review and approve temporary works designs (scaffolding, staging, lifting frames, supports, access platforms).
* Coordinate with production, structural engineers, and subcontractors.
* Ensure all designs meet structural and safety standards.
* Integrate temporary works into construction and repair schedules.
* Liaise with production teams and project managers.
* Ensure sequencing avoids clashes with critical yard operations.
* Ensure temporary works are installed, inspected, maintained, and dismantled safely.
* Conduct regular site inspections and audits.
* Verify compliance with method statements and risk assessments.
Ensure adherence to:
* Health & Safety regulations (e.g., CDM Regulations in the UK)
* Shipyard safety standards
* Lifting operations and confined space requirements
* Lead incident investigations related to temporary works.
Approve:
* Design briefs
* Lifting Plans & Method statements
* Inspection and handover certificates
* Maintain records of inspections, permits, and approvals.
Qualifications
* Strong knowledge of BS 5975.
* Leadership and coordination
* Technical design review capability
* Strong communication across multidisciplinary teams
* Problem-solving in complex, high-risk environments
* Attention to safety and compliance
* Ability to guide, mentor and develop a team. A strong awareness of employment legislation and best practice regarding, but not limited to: processes, wellbeing, and equal opportunities.
* Degree or HNC/HND in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering.
* Formal Temporary Works training (e.g., TWC certification).
* Experience in heavy engineering environments.
* Familiarity with lifting operations (LOLER) and risk management.
Additional Information
* Competitive base pay
* Company pension
* 249.75 days holiday
* Life assurance
* Health Care Cash Plan
We are an Opening Doors employer, committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace. Our approach, shaped by our values of service, trust, excellence, agility, dedication, and you, we focus on removing barriers and recognising potential. We are committed to fairness at every stage, including providing reasonable adjustments and actively working to eliminate discrimination.
We believe talent is everywhere, and by widening access to opportunity and welcoming diverse experiences, we aim to create a workplace where every person feels valued and has an equal chance.
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