17 government jobs found in Reigate

Westminster Council are looking for a Principle Building Safety Manager to join. £405 - RATE IS NEGOTIABLE Hybrid Working is available SW1E 6QP. About Westminster: Westminster City Council is committed to creating a fairer Westminster, placing residents at the heart of everything we do. We champion ambition, diversity and innovation, working collaboratively to respond to the evolving needs of our communities. Our culture is defined by openness, transparency and integrity. Through The Westminster Way, we invest in our people, celebrate diversity, and empower everyone to lead and grow.The Role: We are seeking an experienced Principal Building Safety Manager to lead and oversee building safety across Westminster's housing portfolio, ensuring full compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated legislation. This is a senior leadership role reporting to the Head of Compliance & Building Safety, with responsibility for managing a multidisciplinary team and delivering...

Southwark Council are looking for an Interim Building Safety Manager. £(Apply online only) per day. Inside IR35. 3 days in the office and on site SE1 2QH. The role sits within the Building Safety Team and works in close collaboration with internal enforcement officers to support the delivery of the Private Sector Building Safety Programme. The programme is designed to identify high and medium rise private residential buildings in Southwark which may have unsafe cladding or other fire safety defects. Working in partnership with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG), the Building Safety Programme supports building owners in taking immediate steps to safeguard residents and in making informed decisions regarding interim measures and remedial works. The post holder is responsible for collecting and reviewing external wall systems (EWS) data, specifically focussing on those with combustible cladding. The aim is to ensure that risks of unsafe cladding...

Housing Officer - Statutory Homelessness Rate of pay: £32.26 Umbrella per hour Job Type: Temporary (2 to 3 months) Location: Guildhall (Hybrid - 3 days office, 2 days remote)Day-to-Day Responsibilities Assess homeless applications in line with Part VII of the Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, and relevant legislation. Deliver a comprehensive housing advice service, supporting applicants who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. Carry out detailed and sensitive interviews to assess housing needs and determine appropriate outcomes. Draft and issue statutory S184 decision letters accurately and within required timeframes. Develop and implement Personal Housing Plans to support prevention and relief duties. Arrange temporary accommodation placements where required, ensuring eligibility criteria are met and processes are followed. Maintain accurate case records and ensure data returns to central government are completed on time. Provide advice to customers...

Electrician required to work with a local North London based council. Rate - £25.10 per hour (via umbrella) Location - North London (must live within half hour of N9) Length - 3 month rolling contract (possibility of obtaining a permanent contract) The role: Carry out electrical repairs and maintenance in both occupied and empty properties to a high standard, working independently with minimal supervision. Complete basic repairs across other trades, including carpentry, plumbing, decorating, plastering, and wall/floor tiling. Resolve minor issues where possible and refer complex work to the relevant specialist. Carry out refurbishment, repair, and maintenance work either independently or as part of a multi-skilled team. Complete property inspections when required and assist with emergency call-outs (e.g. after bad weather, vandalism, or fire). Work across a variety of Council properties throughout the borough, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high...

We are currently recruiting experienced Electricians to join a long-term commercial fit-out project based at AWE in Reading. This is a great opportunity to secure consistent work on a high-profile site, working within a skilled team delivering quality installations to strict standards. The role will involve working on commercial and government projects, carrying out installation, maintenance, and testing of electrical systems in line with current regulations. Key Responsibilities: * Installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment * Inspection, testing, and fault finding * Ensuring all work complies with current regulations and site safety standards * Reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications * Working both independently and as part of a team * Completing all required documentation and reports Requirements: * ECS Gold Card (essential) * 18th Edition Wiring Regulations * AM2 qualification * Proven experience within...

Mechanical & Electrical Manager - Housing Repairs & Maintenance Lead the delivery of a critical Mechanical & Electrical service within a busy Housing Repairs & Maintenance team. This is a senior operational role with real impact across social housing stock and service performance. As Mechanical & Electrical Manager, you will take full ownership of Gas, Plumbing and Electrical services across reactive repairs, planned maintenance, and external contracts. You'll lead supervisors, operatives, contractors, and admin teams, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with regulatory standards. Key responsibilities include: Managing internal teams and sub-contractors across multiple programmes Ensuring compliance with all relevant M&E legislation, H&S, and CDM regulations Monitoring KPIs, driving service improvements, and delivering performance targets Budget management, forecasting, and reporting on service performance Building strong...

Start a career in construction, civils or utilities in just 3 weeks — no experience needed. This is a fully funded, fast-track route into real jobs, designed for individuals who are unemployed, on a low income, or looking for a new career. You’ll gain your CSCS card, recognised qualifications, practical site skills, and a guaranteed interview with employers actively hiring. What you’ll get * CSCS Green Labourer Card (test fully supported) * Level 1 Health & Safety in Construction * Level 2 qualifications in: * Safe Moving & Handling * Health & Safety in the Workplace * Hazardous Substances (including Asbestos Awareness) * Hands-on, job-ready training aligned to real site work * CV writing, interview preparation, and job matching * Guaranteed interview with construction & civils employers Career opportunities After completing the programme, you will be considered for roles such as: • Civils Operative • Utilities Labourer •...

My client , a well run Main Building Contractor, are looking for a Site Manager to work on a framework of refurbishment and new build projects £1 million to £3 million The Site Manager will be responsible the delivery of the project, must be an effective communicator and be able to successfully deliver. The ideal candidates would have some groundwork's/ foundations experience. The desired Site Manager must have the following: Experience of running projects up to £ 2 million Contractor background. A record of being client facing. Project leadership qualities and exceptional soft skills. Strong health and safety awareness and management. Strong technical and financial acumen. Controlling all aspects of H&S on site, your key responsibilities will include programming work schedule and monitoring building progress ensuring compliance with regulations and cost limitations. You will manage site inductions, method statements, risk assessments, toolbox talks, and permits to...

PURPOSE OF POST: To organise and supervise a Street Cleansing crew and to ensure that street cleansing operations are carried out within the Borough of Luton. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Clear all litter and dumped items within the Borough of Luton, the cleansing contract and provision of services under Best Value, including manual and mechanical sweeping, litter picking, wet washing, litter bin cleansing, clearing garage sites, clearing waste land, clearing up after special events, and clearing up after Road Traffic Accidents, weed spraying and gully cleansing. Undertake daily routine safety and maintenance checks to the vehicle to ensure that compliance to the Road Traffic Act and Transport Policy are kept to. Ensure that all necessary information that needs recorded is completed on time and accurately. Drive and manoeuvre a side loader van and trailer in a safe and effective manner, undertaking daily routine safety and maintenance checks to the vehicles. Drive and manoeuvre...

Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Bricklayer on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Main purpose of position: To complete a range of Bricklaying and multi-trade work including related site surveys and providing lists of materials to complete contracts and day to day repairs and refurbishment's within set timescales and costs. You will be responsible to: Carry out a comprehensive range of Bricklaying repairs and multi-trade refurbishment project work, across various sectors including domestic property, high rise, schools, shops, industrial units etc. Self-diagnose appropriate repair or maintenance activity, to effect appropriate repair comply with risk assessments and method statements and plan workloads to ensure that contract completion conditions, dates and costs are met. Undertake project work including multi-skilled activities related kitchen/bathroom installations, including floor laying and tiling. Ensure that all work is completed by appointment, and via the use of job...

Astute's Power team are looking to recruit a O&M Days Team Leader on an Energy from Waste Project in Essex on a 3-6-month contract. Key skills Provide guidance and support to the O&M team on plant operation Candidates must have experience in EFW or Power operational plants and/or EFW or Power plants in O&M Operational and Maintenance stage Must have Leadership experience i.e. as a Shift Team Leader (STL) or supervisory level preferred Must have proven ability to manage plant operations, personnel, and emergency situations in a high-risk environment Location, remuneration and timeframe of the O&M Day Shift Team Leader role Essex Immediate Start £(phone number removed) per day Outside IR35 3 - 6 months INDPOW Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from...

Senior Site Manager - Civil Engineering & Main Contracting Salary / Rate: £65,000 - £75,000 per annum OR £320 - £380 per day Location: Faversham, Kent Contract: Permanent or Freelance   Atkinson Baker Associates are currently recruiting a highly capable Senior Site Manager on behalf of a leading South East Civil Engineering & Construction Main Contractor.   The Client Our client is a highly successful and dominant force in the South East construction market. Operating as both a principal contractor and a specialist civil engineering partner, they boast an incredibly diverse pipeline of major projects spanning schools, commercial hubs, industrial facilities, and secure government buildings.   The Role Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be the operational driving force on site. You will oversee highly technical, multi-phase projects that include significant heavy earthworks, complex sub-structures, and the integration of prefabricated structures. Your...

Project Manager - Civil Engineering & Main Contracting Salary / Rate: £75,000 - £85,000 per annum OR £400 - £450 per day Location: Faversham, Kent Contract: Permanent or Freelance   Atkinson Baker Associates are currently recruiting a heavy-hitting Project Manager on behalf of a leading South East Civil Engineering & Construction Main Contractor.   The Client Our client is a highly successful and dominant force in the South East construction market. Operating as both a principal contractor and a specialist civil engineering partner, they boast an incredibly diverse pipeline of major projects. Their portfolio spans the education, commercial, and industrial sectors, alongside highly secure government infrastructure. Due to the commencement of multiple new sites across Kent, they require an experienced Project Manager to take the helm.   The Role This is a comprehensive leadership role requiring a strong background in both heavy civils and building delivery. You will...

Senior Site Engineer - Civil Engineering & Main Contracting Salary / Rate: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum OR £350 - £450 per day Location: Faversham, Kent Contract: Permanent or Freelance   Atkinson Baker Associates are currently recruiting a highly technical Senior Site Engineer on behalf of a leading South East Civil Engineering & Construction Main Contractor.   The Client Our client is a top-tier regional civil engineering and construction main contractor. They deliver a vast array of technical projects encompassing industrial units, commercial developments, schools, and highly secure government infrastructure across Kent. Due to the complex nature of their upcoming earthworks and structural projects, they require a Senior Engineer to lead the technical delivery.   The Role This is a senior technical role where you will act as the crucial link between the design teams and site execution. You will oversee all engineering activities on multi-million-pound schemes...

Site Engineer - Civil Engineering & Main Contracting Salary / Rate: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum OR £280 - £350 per day Location: Faversham, Kent Contract: Permanent or Freelance   Atkinson Baker Associates are currently recruiting a precise and reliable Site Engineer on behalf of a leading South East Civil Engineering & Construction Main Contractor.   The Client Our client is a highly successful civil engineering and construction contractor known for delivering complex groundworks, earthworks, and diverse sector builds (including schools, industrial spaces, and secure government buildings) across Kent. With a surge in new site mobilisations, they are expanding their site engineering teams.   The Role Reporting to the Senior Engineer and Project Manager, you will be responsible for the core dimensional control and technical accuracy of the project. You will be heavily involved in the primary phases of construction, focusing on earthworks, drainage, and foundational...

Site Manager - Civil Engineering & Main Contracting Salary / Rate: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum OR £280 - £330 per day Location: Faversham, Kent Contract: Permanent or Freelance   Atkinson Baker Associates are currently recruiting a driven Site Manager on behalf of a leading South East Civil Engineering & Construction Main Contractor.   The Client Our client is a highly successful construction and civil engineering business with a formidable reputation across Kent and the South East. Their diverse order book includes critical works across the education sector, expansive industrial/commercial sites, and secure government facilities. They require a robust Site Manager to drive specific packages of work on newly commencing projects.   The Role You will be a key part of the site leadership team, taking direct responsibility for the execution of specific project phases. This will range from managing heavy civil engineering sub-structures to overseeing the logistics and...

Voids Surveyor Location: Welwyn Job Type: Temporary Rate: £43 per hour (Umbrella)We are currently seeking a skilled Voids Surveyor to join the council on a temporary basis. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in building studies and a deep understanding of building regulations and standards. Day-to-day of the role: Conduct thorough building fault diagnosis and provide cost-effective solutions. Diagnose repairs, draw up specifications, and make technical decisions. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations, including CDM and Building Safety Compliance legislation. Stay updated with current building regulations and standards, applying this knowledge effectively in day-to-day tasks. Problem solve on-site issues effectively, ensuring all solutions adhere to the highest standards of safety and quality.Required Skills & Qualifications: BTEC ONC and HNC in Building Studies or substantial experience in a similar role. Evidence of continual...