Job Description

Control of Contractors Coordinator

Contract: Professional Services, Production & Technology

Location: Stevenage, SG1 2DA

Hours of work: 40 (Mon - Fri)

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (12 months)

We are seeking a highly organised and safety-focused Control of Contractors Coordinator to oversee the safe management of sub-contractor activities across the contract.


This role is pivotal in ensuring that all contractor works are undertaken in a controlled, compliant, and safe manner, maintaining full governance through robust work authorisation and permit-to-work processes.

As Control of Contractors Coordinator, you will work closely with sub-contractor groups and internal stakeholders to ensure all relevant documentation, approvals and control measures are in place before work begins.


You'll also proactively manage data and documentation, ensuring the SharePoint system remains fully updated, audit-ready, and compliant at all times.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the safe coordination and control of all sub-contractor works in line with client and company procedures. Liaise with sub-contractors and internal stakeholders to issue work authorisations and permits promptly and accurately. Plan and prioritise works in collaboration with operational teams to maximise efficiency and minimise disruption. Review all sub-contractor Health & Safety documentation, ensuring risk assessments and control measures are thorough and appropriate. Conduct audits and inspections of ongoing sub-contractor activities to ensure procedural, safety and legislative compliance. Investigate any sub-contractor violations or non-conformances, driving corrective and preventative actions. Prepare compliance reports, identifying areas for improvement and promoting operational transparency. Build and maintain strong relationships with sub-contractor partners, fostering a culture of safety, collaboration and accountability.

Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications

Proven experience in a similar Health & Safety or contractor management role. Solid understanding of M&E disciplines, statutory requirements and industry best practice. Demonstrable experience in managing sub-contractors from both operational and safety perspectives. Confident communicator, able to build trust and influence stakeholders at all levels. Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to perform in a fast-paced, reactive environment. NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) required. Competent user of Microsoft Office and SharePoint systems.

The Company

ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.


Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it's hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.


We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace


ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.


ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.


We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government's Disability Confident scheme.


Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.


If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com


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To find out more about what we do - https://www.uk.issworld.com/


Work Location: In person