Assistant Trade Supervisor

Assistant Trade Supervisor (Windows & Doors)

This post is based at Links Falkirk office.

Hours of Work: 35 per week Monday to Friday.

The Role

At Curb part of Link people are at the heart of everything we do. Our people have made our award-winning social enterprise the success it is today and as it continues to grow we want them to be the best they can be and to reach their potential.

An opportunity has become available for an Assistant Trade Supervisor to become part ofCurbsTrades Team. The Assistant Trade Supervisor willassistthe Trade Supervisor to delivermedium andlarge-scaleprojects throughout LinkGroupsareas of operation.

The post will involvemonitoringthe progress of the installation works; from pre-inspection through to final sign-off. The Assistant Trade Supervisor will alsobe responsible forthe line management of a small team of trade operatives.

The successful postholder will arrange for works to be issued to trade operatives and external contractors monitorongoing works to ensure work is satisfactory and undertaken in line with statutory requirements regulatory and technical standards customerexpectationsand organisational procedures.

With frequent travel throughout Links areas of operation a current full driving licence and access to a vehicle is a requirement of this role.

About You

As Assistant Trade Supervisor you will have knowledge of the building maintenance industry including relevant experience in the inspection of domestic propertiesand the remedy of maintenance problems. This role requires an HNC in a Building/Technical/Construction related subject or equivalent Trade Qualification.

You will have the ability to prepare and interpret specifications and prepare schedules of work utilising a prepaid schedule of rates. This will requireaccuratecomputer skills and strong keyboard skills with the ability to use a variety of IT systems to record and process data accurately and efficiently.

The successful postholder must be conversant with current legislation and statutory requirements relating to building and inspection works. You will have the ability to contribute to and support the work of other members of the team. Strong organisational and prioritising skills arerequired tomeet deadlines and targets.

You willhave an understanding ofcustomer focused service delivery and will have the ability to take the initiative and make informed decisions. The postholder willhave the ability toadapt to new systems and procedures and to help colleagues use these effectively.

As Assistant Trade Supervisor you will have the ability to understand and apply policy and procedures in day to day working and must be able to receive and process information accurately in a clear and concise manner.

In return you will be offered the opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge through employee training and development. You can expect to work in a supportive trusting and transparent working environment with the autonomy to offer creative and innovative solutions whilst maintaining Link s values; Responsibility Empathy Social Impact Participate Equity Challenge and Transparency.

For further information on the main position accountabilities and a comprehensive list of the essential and desirable criteria required for this post please refer to the Job Specification in the Job Information Pack above.

Whats in it for you

As an Investor in People we strive for continuous improvement through the management and growth of our staff offering awide range of training and development opportunities.

As a Curb employee youll likely benefit from the following:

• Competitive salary reviewed annually and opportunity for annual performance related salary increases and discretionary non-consolidated pay awards subject to terms of the scheme

• 35 days holiday per year (inclusive of public holidays) pro rata plus an additional 1 days pro rata holiday per year after 1 years service up to a maximum of 40 days per year

• Opportunity to buy and sell holiday days

• Enhanced company sick and family friendly pay

• Access to paid qualifications and a wide range of learning and development opportunities and funded professional membership

• Defined contribution pension with matched generous employer pension contributions plus salary exchange and additional voluntary contribution options

• Access to a Salary Exchange car leasing scheme subject to the terms of the scheme

• Life assurance scheme providing death in service benefits

• Healthcare cash plan for employees (and dependents) to support health and wellbeing plus discounts on shopping restaurants and other services

• Employee assistance programme for employees and their immediate household dependants to support health mental and financial well-being

• Access to purchase annual corporate clothing vouchers

• Annual flu vaccination

• Access to a credit union savings and borrowing scheme

• Cycle to work scheme and much more!

For a full list of benefits available to employees please see the following link - Work with us Link Group

You will work with colleagues who offer support to ensure our customers expectations are return we are looking for applications from people who will contribute to our aims and work to the highest professional standards.

This role is subject to PVG membership under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. Individuals who are barred from working with children or protected adults will not be considered for this position.

Closing Date: 11:59pm on Sunday 22 November 2026

Interview Date: Interviews are being held on Wednesday 9 December 2026 at Links Falkirk office

How to Apply

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We aim at all times to recruit the person who is most suited to the job and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and from anyone who shares our commitment to inclusion. Our interview locations have step free or level access therefore may be accessible to applicants using mobility equipment such as wheelchairs and walking equipment however if you have any specific access requirements please let us know and we will be happy to provide more information and/or support.

As a Disability Confident Leader we will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.

Required Experience:

Manager