Foreperson
If you're an experienced tradesperson or foreperson who takes pride in delivering excellent workmanship and leading successful site teams we'd love to hear from you.
As a Working Foreperson, you will be responsible for ensuring projects run smoothly, safely, and to a high standard.
You'll oversee site operations, coordinate multiple trades, and lead by example through your own trade skills and practical knowledge.
You'll:
- Supervise day-to-day site activities, ensuring works are completed on time, within specification, and to Vesta's quality standards.
- Oversee site Health & Safety, ensuring full compliance with company and statutory requirements.
- Liaise confidently with Contracts Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and clients to ensure clear communication and smooth delivery.
- Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and schedules accurately.
- Manage and motivate teams of skilled trades and subcontractors.
- Take an active, hands-on role on site, setting high standards for workmanship and professionalism.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Working Foreperson (or Senior Tradesperson stepping up) in refurbishment and fit-out works.
- Excellent understanding of Health & Safety and site management practices.
- Ability to manage multiple trades and subcontractors.
- Confident reading and interpreting drawings and specifications.
- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Punctual, professional, and reliable.
Essential Qualifications:
- SSSTS (Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme)
- First Aid at Work
- Asbestos Awareness
- Valid CSCS Card
Preferred (not essential):
- Basic or Advanced Scaffold Inspection
- Fire Marshal Training
- Skilled trade background - ideally carpentry, masonry, roofing, decorating, or similar.
Applications must be submitted via the provided link.
Phone applications will not be considered.
- Start: ASAP
- Duration: Permanent
- Rate: £180 - 220 per day
- Location: Southwark, Greater London, England
- Type: Contract
- Industry: Construction
- Recruiter: Hiring People
- Email: to view click here
- Reference: online-4470/2
- Posted: 2026-08-19 17:58:22 -
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