About this role
SITE COORDINATOR
ES Global | Freelance / Zero Hours | Fixed Term | Glasgow
ES Global is a world‑leading specialist in temporary structures and event overlay, delivering large‑scale live environments for major sporting, cultural and public events across the UK and internationally.
We are seeking a reliable and proactive Site Coordinator, ideally based in Glasgow, to support the day‑to‑day running of multiple event venues across the city this summer. This is a fixed‑term contract running from 5th July to 11th August 2026, with some flexibility based on venue schedules. This role does not offer ongoing or permanent opportunities.
🎯 THE ROLE
As Site Coordinator, you will provide on‑site coordination and logistical support across a temporary event venue, acting as a key interface between Project Management, Construction Teams, Supervisory Crew, subcontractors and Health & Safety.
You will help ensure sites are organised, information is communicated clearly, activities are coordinated effectively and works progress in line with programme, safety requirements and client expectations.
This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced site role suited to someone with strong organisational skills, site experience and the confidence to operate in busy, multi‑contractor environments.
🛠️ WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
• Support daily site operations across build, live and dismantle phases
• Coordinate site access, inductions and sign‑in/sign‑out procedures
• Assist with planning and tracking daily activities and manpower
• Support delivery of Daily Activity Briefings (DABs)
• Act as a point of contact for site queries, logistics and coordination
• Monitor site housekeeping and general orderliness
• Assist with coordination of plant, materials and deliveries
• Communicate programme changes or constraints to relevant teams
• Support Health & Safety Manager with site documentation, controls and compliance
• Maintain site records including attendance, inductions and permits
• Escalate issues, risks or delays promptly to Site / Project Management
🦺 KEY SITE & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Ensure all personnel follow site rules, inductions and PPE requirements
• Help reinforce safe systems of work and site standards
• Monitor work areas for congestion, access issues or unsafe conditions
• Assist with exclusion zones and segregation of works
• Ensure emergency procedures and muster points are clearly communicated
• Support a positive, proactive safety culture on site
• Intervene and report if unsafe acts or conditions are identified
💼 WHAT YOU WILL BRING
• Previous experience in a site‑based coordination, site supervision or logistics role
• Experience working on construction, temporary works or event overlay sites (desirable)
• Good understanding of site operations and workflow
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work calmly under pressure in fast‑moving environments
• Confident dealing with multiple teams and contractors
• Basic understanding of health & safety requirements on construction/event sites
• Reliable, punctual and professional at all times
• Ideally based locally within the Glasgow area
🌍 WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Site‑based role across multiple high‑profile venues in Glasgow
• Indoor and outdoor working environments
• Busy sites with multiple contractors and time‑critical activities
• Early starts, extended shifts and weekend work may be required
• Contract dates: 5th July – 11th August 2026 (some flexibility)
💬 EXPECTED BEHAVIOURS
All team members are expected to:
• Arrive on time and prepared for work
• Follow company policies and site rules
• Communicate clearly and respectfully
• Support teamwork and collaboration
• Raise issues or hazards immediately
• Maintain professionalism with clients and stakeholders
• Respect confidentiality and NDAs
🚫 ZERO TOLERANCE
ES Global operates a strict zero‑tolerance policy regarding:
• Unsafe behaviour
• Drug or alcohol use
• Misuse of tools, plant or equipment
🚀 JOIN US THIS SUMMER
If you are a locally based, organised and site‑experienced professional looking to play a key role in the delivery of major city‑wide events this summer, we would love to hear from you.
Contract: 5th July – 11th August 2026