Company Overview
At Shield Services Group, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to creating a professional, supportive, and inclusive work environment where every employee is valued and can develop their skills and advance.
Role Overview
The Scaffolding Foreman/women is responsible for supervising scaffolding teams on site, ensuring all scaffolding is erected, altered and dismantled safely, efficiently, and in accordance with current legislation, company procedures, and client requirements. The Foreman leads by example, maintains high standards of workmanship, and promotes a strong safety culture.
key Responsibilities
- Supervise scaffolders and labourers on site.
- Plan and coordinate daily work activities to meet programme deadlines.
- Ensure all scaffolding is erected, altered and dismantled in accordance with design drawings and industry standards.
- Conduct site briefings and toolbox talks.
- Ensure compliance with all health and safety legislation, including working at height regulations.
- Carry out regular inspections of work areas and identify potential hazards.
- Liaise with site managers, clients and other trades to coordinate work activities.
- Ensure scaffold materials and equipment are used correctly and maintained in good condition.
- Complete site paperwork, inspection records and daily reports accurately.
- Monitor productivity and quality of work.
- Mentor and develop apprentices and junior scaffolders.
- Report accidents, incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions promptly.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping and professionalism on site.
Essential Requirements
- Advanced Scaffolder qualification (e.g. CISRS Advanced Scaffolder Card).
- CISRS Scaffolding Supervisor qualification (preferred).
- Valid CISRS Scaffolder Card.
- SMSTS certification.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Good knowledge of scaffold design and current industry guidance.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to read scaffold drawings and work from design specifications.
- Excellent understanding of health and safety legislation.
Personal Attributes
- Strong leadership and organisational skills.
- Reliable, punctual and professional.
- Safety-focused with attention to detail.
- Positive attitude and ability to motivate a team.
- Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Able to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.
Responsibilities for Health & Safety
- Lead by example in promoting safe working practices.
- Ensure all operatives wear the required PPE.
- Stop work if unsafe conditions are identified.
- Ensure scaffold inspections are completed where required.
- Promote a culture of reporting hazards and continuous improvement.
Performance Measures
- Safety performance and compliance.
- Quality of scaffold installations.
- Productivity and programme delivery.
- Client satisfaction.
- Team performance and development.
- Completion of documentation and inspections.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
