Control of Contractors

Location: Edinburgh, EH5 2XS

Hours of work: 40

Contract Type: Permanent

As the Control of Contractors Coordinator, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe, compliant, and effective management of all subcontractor activity across impressive and well-maintained client sites.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our client, a leading provider of facilities services and a company known for career progression and development, within a role that offers job security, a supportive team, and access to excellent on-site facilities including a restaurant.

Job Description

Reporting in a matrix structure to the Site Maintenance Managers, you will take ownership of the work authorisation and permit-to-work processes. You'll be responsible for ensuring all required governance, documentation, and control measures are in place before work begins.

You’ll implement a proactive and diligent approach to contractor governance, ensuring that subcontractor activity is carried out safely and in a controlled manner at all times. This includes strict adherence to security escorting guidelines and client protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise all subcontractor works ensuring adherence to work authorisation and permit processes
• Escort and monitor subcontractors onsite, ensuring security protocols are followed
• Review and manage subcontractor documentation including risk assessments
• Coordinate subcontractor bookings and support compliance with site-specific processes
• Assist engineering team with logbooks, compliance checks, and site access arrangements
• Perform ad-hoc site inspections to maintain safety and standards
• Support overall engineering operations with administrative and compliance-related tasks

Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role with strong M&E knowledge and statutory compliance awareness
• IOSH Managing Safely and ideally NEBOSH qualified (or working towards)
• Proven success managing subcontractors safely and effectively
• Skilled at building positive relationships with stakeholders and subcontractors
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, reactive environments
• Strong communication skills with a confident, proactive approach
• Committed to high safety and operational standards