Site Manager - Prison Refurbishment
Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary
£250 to £275 a day
Location
Melton Mowbray, LE1 1DE
Contract type
Full time
Job description
- About
A large FM and Maintenance contractor who runs the contract for the MOJ to maintain the prison estate has an exciting opportunity.For a Site Manager to join the team based on Site at Stocken Prison. This is a temporary role for 27 weeks.The role will require passing security vetting, so a clean criminal record is essential.
Site Manager - Prison Refurbishment Temporary
Agency Contract | 27 Weeks |
£250-£275 per day PAYE + Holiday Pay (NO CIS)
We are looking for an experienced Site Manager to oversee a programme of refurbishment works within a live prison environment. This is not a new-build project. You will be responsible for managing multiple refurbishment projects across existing buildings on the same site, with works primarily focused on fire safety and ensuring buildings meet current fire regulations. Working within an operational prison means excellent organisation, communication and stakeholder management will be essential, alongside a strong understanding of site safety, documentation and working in controlled environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage multiple refurbishment projects running concurrently across the site
- Coordinate contractors, trades and works programmes
- Maintain high standards of health & safety
- Manage site safety files, permits and associated paperwork
- Liaise effectively with prison/site stakeholders and contractors
- Ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required standard
- Manage the additional challenges of delivering construction works within a live, secure environment
Essential Experience / Qualifications
- SSSTS or SMSTS
- First Aid
- Previous Site Manager experience
- Experience managing multiple projects/works packages across one site
- Strong knowledge of site safety documentation and compliance
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Advantageous
- EL1 security clearance
- Previous experience working within a prison, custodial, secure or similarly controlled environment
- Experience delivering refurbishment or fire-safety-related works
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Site Manager who is comfortable managing multiple refurbishment works in a challenging, highly controlled live environment.
If you are interested please click Apply
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