Temporary Works Lead

Navantia UK is a new force in British industry, supporting the UK’s defence, security and energy transition ambitions. We’re doing this by creating state-of-the-art sovereign defence capabilities, investing in the UK to modernise industrial facilities, and bolstering the nation's energy security. Established in 2022, Navantia UK is a subsidiary of Navantia SA, a Spanish state-owned company with over 300 years of naval shipbuilding history. In January 2025, Navantia UK completed the acquisition of Harland & Wolff and its four historic facilities in Belfast, Appledore, Methil, and Arnish. By combining Harland & Wolff’s proud heritage and facilities with Navantia’s global expertise, Navantia UK is well-positioned to strengthen Britain’s defence, maritime and energy industrial capabilities, supporting jobs and economic growth across the UK.

The Temporary Works Lead is responsible for the planning, coordination, design oversight, and safe execution of all temporary works within the yard. This includes structures and systems required during building, repair, or maintenance phases that are not part of the permanent build or facility.

• Be the Temporary Works Lead (TWL) in line with best practices (e.g., BS 5975).
• Develop and implement the Temporary Works Procedure for yard operations.
• Maintain the Temporary Works Register for all ongoing projects.
• Review and approve temporary works designs (scaffolding, staging, lifting frames, supports, access platforms).
• Coordinate with production, structural engineers, and subcontractors.
• Ensure all designs meet structural and safety standards.
• Integrate temporary works into construction and repair schedules.
• Liaise with production teams and project managers.
• Ensure sequencing avoids clashes with critical yard operations.
• Ensure temporary works are installed, inspected, maintained, and dismantled safely.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits.
• Verify compliance with method statements and risk assessments.

Ensure adherence to:

• Health & Safety regulations (e.g., CDM Regulations in the UK)
• Shipyard safety standards
• Lifting operations and confined space requirements

Lead incident investigations related to temporary works.

Approve:

• Design briefs
• Lifting Plans & Method statements
• Inspection and handover certificates

Maintain records of inspections, permits, and approvals.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of BS 5975.
• Leadership and coordination.
• Technical design review capability.
• Strong communication across multidisciplinary teams.
• Problem-solving in complex, high-risk environments.
• Attention to safety and compliance.
• Ability to guide, mentor and develop a team.
• A strong awareness of employment legislation and best practice regarding, but not limited to: processes, wellbeing, and equal opportunities.
• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Formal Temporary Works training (e.g., TWC certification).
• Experience in heavy engineering environments.
• Familiarity with lifting operations (LOLER) and risk management.

Additional Information On Offer:

• Competitive base pay
• Company pension
• 31 days holiday
• Life assurance
• Health Care Cash Plan

Equal Opportunity: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. To ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, we commit to a fair and unbiased recruitment process at every stage. This includes ensuring hiring managers are aware of legislation, providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities, and actively seeking to eliminate any form of discrimination based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a recruitment environment where every candidate feels valued and has an equal chance to succeed.

If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role online please contact us at people.skills@harland-wolff.com and one of the team will be in contact to help you. We are an Opening Doors employer, committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace. Our approach, shaped by our values of service, trust, excellence, agility, dedication, and you, we focus on removing barriers and recognising potential. We are committed to fairness at every stage, including providing reasonable adjustments and actively working to eliminate discrimination. We believe talent is everywhere, and by widening access to opportunity and welcoming diverse experiences, we aim to create a workplace where every person feels valued and has an equal chance.