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CARPENTRY CHARGEHAND - BIRMINGHAM - £26.17 PER HOUR PAYE VGC Group are looking for experienced Carp... CARPENTRY CHARGEHAND - BIRMINGHAM - £26.17 PER HOUR PAYE VGC Group are looking for experienced Carpentry Chargehands to start on a project in Birmingham. This contract is available to start ASAP and we can offer up to 2 years' worth of work to a successful candidate. Role: Carpentry Chargehand Location: Birmingham Salary: £26.17 Per Hour Hours: Full time Contract: PAYE Experience: 3 years+ Qualifications: Blue CSCS Card, NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Carpentry & Joinery (or equivalent), SSSTS preferred Please apply via the link included or directly at kelly.djordjevic@vgcgroup.co.uk or 07810054159. Experienced Carpentry Chargehand Required Your role as a Carpentry Chargehand will be based in Birmingham and will consist of: Supervising and coordinating a team of carpenters and joiners on site to ensure work is carried out safely, efficiently, and to the required standards. Reading and interpreting drawings, specifications, and construction programmes to plan and allocate work activities. Carrying out hands-on carpentry and joinery duties while leading by example. Monitoring productivity, workmanship, and progress against project deadlines. Liaising with site managers, supervisors, and other trades to ensure smooth delivery of works. Ensuring materials, tools, and equipment are available and used effectively. Conducting daily briefings and promoting a positive health and safety culture on site. Identifying and resolving on-site issues and reporting progress to management. Ensuring all work complies with project specifications, quality standards, and health and safety regulations. Assisting with site records, inspections, and workforce management as required. Based in Birmingham, remuneration for this role is £26.17 per hour PAYE. You will accrue holiday entitlement and be eligible to join the VGC pension scheme once certain criteria have been met. VGC is a leading provider of support services to the UK infrastructure industry. We are recognised for our expertise in providing a skilled workforce and services to major construction projects, including railways, highways, airports and power stations. We focus on safety, quality and sustainability in our operations, all aligned with industry best practice. Our unwavering commitment to uphold the highest standards in delivery, sustainability, collaboration, innovation and ethical business has led to VGC being a leading partner to Tier One clients across the UK and beyond. As leaders in our field for recruitment into the construction industry, we have a clear set of values and goals that underpin everything we do. The VGC Group, and its associated companies, are committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment, employment, work, training, project management and service provision. VGC is acting as an employment business in relation to this position. Please apply via the link included or directly at kelly.djordjevic@vgcgroup.co.uk or 07810054159.

Supervisor Safety Lead - Birmingham - £26.96 VGC Group are looking for an experienced Supervisor Sa... Supervisor Safety Lead - Birmingham - £26.96 VGC Group are looking for an experienced Supervisor Safety Lead to start on a project in Birmingham. This contract is available to start as soon as possible and we can offer up to 2 years for the successful candidate. Role: Supervisor Safety Lead Location: Birmingham Salary: £26.96 Per Hour (PAYE) Hours: 50 per week Contract: Contract Type Experience: 2 years + Qualifications: - CSCS Gold Supervisor Card / Black Manager Card - SMSTS - First Aid Please apply via link provided or directly at kelly.djordjevic@vgcgroup.co.uk or 07810054159. Supervisor Safety Lead experience Your role as a Supervisor Safety Lead will be based in Birmingham and will consist of: - Work closely with supervisors, general foremen and works managers at the point of work - Support and improve the quality of daily briefings, task briefings and POWRA - Challenge unsafe behaviours and poor standards in a constructive and professional manner - Support stop work decisions where controls are not in place or conditions have changed - Ensure teams fully understand the task, control measures, permits and emergency arrangements - Identify interface risks between trades, plant, lifting operations and access routes - Coach supervisors and operatives on safe task set-up and delivery, not just report issues - Escalate repeated poor practices, weak controls and unresolved actions - Maintain clear, simple records of observations, interventions and follow-up actions What we are looking for - Strong experience in a live construction supervisory environment - Background in major infrastructure, heavy civils, tunnelling, structures or lifting operations (desirable) - Good understanding of RAMS, POWRA, permits and point-of-work risk control - Confident using IT systems, reporting tools and Microsoft Office - Ability to work closely with site delivery teams and influence behaviours Candidate behaviours We are not looking for individuals who simply walk around with a clipboard. We need credible, practical and confident people who can make a real difference on site. The right candidates will be: - Visible and proactive - Confident but not confrontational - Practical and delivery-aware - Clear and concise in reporting - Comfortable challenging supervisors, managers and subcontractors - Able to work at pace without losing attention to detail - Focused on improving standards, not just recording non-compliance Based in Birmingham, remuneration for this role is £26.96 per hour (PAYE). You will accrue holiday entitlement and be eligible to join the VGC pension scheme once certain criteria have been met. VGC is a leading provider of support services to the UK infrastructure industry. We are recognised for our expertise in providing a skilled workforce and services to major construction projects, including railways, highways, airports and power stations. We focus on safety, quality and sustainability in our operations, aligned with industry best practice. Our commitment to delivery, sustainability, collaboration, innovation and ethical business has made VGC a trusted partner to Tier One clients across the UK and beyond. We are also committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment. VGC is acting as an employment business in relation to this position. Please apply via link provided or directly at kelly.djordjevic@vgcgroup.co.uk or 07810054159.

Slinger Signaller- Birmingham - £20.02 per hour PAYE VGC Group are looking for experienced Slinger... Slinger Signaller- Birmingham - £20.02 per hour PAYE VGC Group are looking for experienced Slinger Signaller to start on a project in Birmingham. This contract is available to start ASAP and we can offer up to 2 years worth of work to a successful candidate. Role: Slinger Signaller Location: Birmingham Salary: £20.02 Per Hour PAYE Hours: 50 hours per week Contract: Permanent Experience: 2 years + Qualifications: Blue CPCS NVQ LVL 2 Slingers Card/NPORS Please apply via link provided or directly at kelly.djordjevic@vgcgroup.co.uk or 07810054159. Slinger Signaller experience Your role as a Slinger Signaller will be based in Location and will consist of: - Inspect and prepare loads for lifting. - Select and attach appropriate lifting gear (slings, chains, hooks) to the load. - Ensure the load is balanced and secure before lifting. - Communicate clearly with crane operators using standard hand signals, radio, or other communication devices. - Provide accurate and timely instructions to ensure the safe movement of loads. - Act as the eyes and ears for the crane operator, ensuring obstacles and hazards are avoided. - Regularly inspect lifting equipment and accessories for damage or wear. - Report any defects or issues to the appropriate personnel and ensure equipment is maintained in good working condition. - Excellent communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal. - Follow all safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Based in Birmingham remuneration for this role is £20.02 per hour PAYE, you will accrue holiday entitlement and be eligible to join the VGC pension scheme once certain criteria have been met. VGC is a leading provider of support services to the UK infrastructure industry. We are recognised for our expertise in providing a skilled workforce and services to major construction projects, including railways, highways, airports and power stations. We focus on safety, quality and sustainability in our operations, all aligned with industry best practice. Our unwavering commitment to uphold the highest standards in delivery, sustainability, collaboration, innovation and ethical business has led to VGC being a leading partner to Tier One clients across the UK and beyond. As leaders in our field for recruitment into the construction, we have a clear set of values and goals that underpins everything we do. The VGC Group, and its associated companies are committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment, employment, work, training, project management and service provision. VGC is acting as an employment business in relation to this position. Please apply via link provided or directly at kelly.djordjevic@vgcgroup.co.uk or 07810054159.