Founded in 1946, we are a privately owned property services company delivering high-quality, innovative painting, planned investment, refurbishment and repair services to private- and public-sector customers nationwide.
As we continue to grow, we are looking for a Working Foreperson (previously known as Foreman) to join our Capital / Planned Maintenance teamworking across the West Midlands. Typical locations include Coventry, Warwick and Birmingham, with occasional work in Leicester.
Our work makes a real difference. Operating in social housing and local authority residential settings, we offer long-term job security, meaningful career investment and the stability of secured frameworks and contracts.
As a Working Foreperson, you will work as a skilled trade operative on residential wet room, kitchen and bathroom fitting projects. You will also oversee day-to-day site activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standard possible.
At Ian Williams, we offer more than just a job:
- A competitive basic salary of £40,093 for a 39-hour working week
- On-target earnings of up to £44,149, including bonus, travel and fare allowance
- A company van and fuel card, plus travel expenses
- Uniform and PPE provided at no cost, plus a PDA to help you manage your work effectively
- Paid holiday, pension contributions and life insurance
- Free legal and financial advice, as well as free counselling through the Lighthouse Charity
The Working Foreperson Role:
- Work on the tools as part of a team completing wet room, kitchen and bathroom fitting projects, while supervising a directly employed trades team
- Manage trade labour and team productivity each day, regularly reporting progress and job completion information to the Contracts Manager
- Take responsibility for health and safety checks and reporting, including monitoring safe working practices, PPE, vans, tools and equipment
- Complete pre-work inspections and site set-ups, followed by post-inspections of completed work
What you will bring as a Working Foreperson:
- Experience as a Foreman or Foreperson, or as a Multi Operative with supervisory experience, together with a proven track record of managing social housing or similar sites
- A minimum Level 2 NVQ, or equivalent, in a core trade such as carpentry, plumbing or multi-trade — essential. Specific experience fitting wet rooms is highly desirable
- An SSSTS qualification would be advantageous, but is not essential
- A CSCS Gold Card (Skilled Worker or Supervisor) is preferred
- The ability to lead by example and motivate an experienced directly employed and subcontracted trade workforce
- Confidence using IT systems, or a willingness to learn with training and support
- A full, current UK driving licence, which is essential for the Working Foreperson role
Life at Ian Williams
Working atIan Williams means stability,safetyand the chance togo further with us. Ouremployeesbenefitfromlong-termsecured work,due to our contracts, a guaranteed 39hour paid week and consistent opportunities to boost earnings.
We strive to createa strong safety culture,recognised by the ROSPA Presidential Award,which gives us a stay culture.
Our Trades community hasan average length of service of 4.5 years.You’llbe joiningacompany where your skills are valued, your hard work is rewarded, andwe’llsupport your development both on and off the tools.We are proud ourTradespeoplehave been promoted to Business and General Managers.
Working Foreperson in Birmingham employer: Ian Williams
At Ian Williams Ltd, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, particularly for our Contracts Manager role based in the vibrant Plymouth area. Our commitment to fairness, inclusivity, and respect is reflected in our supportive work culture, where coaching and development are prioritised, and your contributions are both recognised and rewarded. With a range of benefits including a profit share scheme, enhanced leave options, and comprehensive health support, we offer a fulfilling environment for those passionate about delivering outstanding results and fostering team growth.
