At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a section of works, lead Site Engineers, and conduct H&S inspections.
- Company: The employer values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
- Benefits: Candidates must hold a full driving licence, CSCS card, and SSSTS/SMSTS.
- Other info: Role involves mentoring junior staff and ensuring safety compliance.
- Why this job: Join a team focused on heavy civils, tunnels, and highways projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in heavy civils, tunnels, highways, and earthworks is essential.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Role Purpose: To manage a section of works within a specific discipline and lead a team of Site Engineers. The successful candidate will be from a Heavy civils, tunnels, highways, earthworks background.
Key Responsibilities
- Health, Safety & Environmental: Produce and review Method Statements and Risk Assessments. Prepare Temporary Works Briefs and ensure timely implementation. Deliver site and visitor inductions. Conduct regular H&S inspections and ensure follow-up actions. Prepare and implement Permits to Work (e.g., Permit to Excavate). Mentor junior staff in safety practices and audits.
- Engineering Control: Provide primary setting-out control and determine optimal installation locations. Coach Site Engineers in setting-out methods and technical requirements. Review drawings, specifications and testing requirements with the team. Support engineers with testing processes, ITPs, and quality assurance documentation.
- Quality: Assist with production and submission of handover documentation. Support quality systems such as materials approvals, NCRs and tracking of QA records. Conduct independent inspections on own and other sections. Liaise with designers to resolve technical issues via TQ/RFI routes.
- Productivity: Support preparation of short-term programmes and provide progress quantities. Produce as-built programme information and report weekly. Monitor subcontractor performance and highlight concerns. Communicate weekly targets to supervisors and subcontractors.
- Commercial: Maintain an accurate daily diary, including subcontractor dialogue. Collate weekly measures and monitor material wastage. Support labour and plant reconciliations. Identify additional works and escalated to management.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Able to clearly communicate safe systems of work and suggest improvements.
- Takes ownership of tasks and communicates effectively with all levels.
- Works independently and identifies opportunities for improvement.
- Full driving licence, CSCS card, and SSSTS/SMSTS.
- Strong team player with developed communication skills.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Section Engineer employer: Advance Training & Recruitment Services
This company prioritises health, safety, and environmental standards while managing major civil projects. Located in a diverse environment, they offer opportunities for professional growth and development. The team is committed to quality assurance and effective communication across all levels.
Contact Details:
Advance Training & Recruitment Services Recruitment Team
