About Barrett Industrial Cooling Barrett Industrial Cooling is a specialist construction contractor delivering industrial cooling tower projects, including new builds and installations, deconstructions, refurbishments, and inspections - throughout the UK and worldwide. As our projects expand across Europe, the Middle East, and further afield, we are strengthening our internal systems with a new senior appointment to lead business support and compliance across our organisation.
We’re seeking an experienced and highly organised Business Support & Compliance Manager to take ownership of internal processes, ISO management systems, and HR coordination. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you’ll ensure that our operations, documentation, and compliance frameworks meet the highest international standards and support the company’s continued growth.
Coordinate HR administration and procedures within the company, ensuring consistency, compliance, and professionalism across all staff processes.
Oversee document control, office systems, and policy compliance across all departments.
Ensure company equipment, tools, and plant are correctly certified and calibrated, maintaining full records of inspections and expiry dates.
Lead international compliance documentation for projects worldwide (A1 forms, posted-worker notifications, visas, residence permits, and insurances).
Liaise and coordinate closely with the Operations, Financial, and IT Managers to ensure consistent processes, reporting standards, and compliance alignment across all business functions.
Create, review and approve all RAMS, quotations, and project reports to ensure compliance, accuracy, and presentation meet ISO and contractual standards prior to issue.
Maintain consistent documentation and reporting practices across all projects, providing QC oversight on technical submissions and customer deliverables.
Supervise the Admin Manager and promote continuous improvement across all support functions.
Proven background in a senior administrative, compliance, or ISO management role within construction or industrial contracting.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and structured document-control platforms.
Familiarity with international compliance processes (A1s, visas, posted-worker) desirable.
Modern, expanding business with a strong technical reputation
~ Primarily an office-based role at our Staffordshire headquarters, with any remote working considered only at the Managing Director’s discretion
~ Genuine opportunity to shape the company’s systems and compliance culture