Site Engineer Civils Transmission North · Scotland

Civils Site Engineer - Overhead Lines

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Civils Site Engineer or experienced foundation operative looking to take the next step in their career to join our Transmission Overhead Line Business Unit within Omexom. The role will involve the supervision and management of subcontractors engaged in the installation of tower foundations and haul roads. Experience with transmission tower pad and column, piled and/or rock anchor foundations would be a distinct advantage, but we will consider applicants with relevant experience with excavations, concreting and rebar works from other industries. Reporting to the Site Manager, you will be working on site as part of an experienced Overhead Line Construction team, setting to work and leading subcontractors to meet the project objectives. Initially, the role will be based at either our Dunoon or Melgarve projects, but future works could be Scotland wide so the ability and willingness to travel is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all works are being conducted in the correct and safe manner and proactively reduce site hazards.
• Conduct on-site monitoring and inspections on a routine basis, with active reporting of Positive Interventions.
• Ensure all work is completed in line with Omexom’s quality standards and Client specifications.
• Complete project inductions and undertake setting to work briefings.
• Issuing documentation and permits (e.g., permit to dig, Plant clearance check sheets).
• Ensure works are compliant with all relevant designs, quality standards and Inspection and Test Plans.
• Ensure all installations records are accurate and complete.
• Maintain an accurate and up to date daily site diary.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with the standards, policies and procedures of Omexom and its clients.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with team members and clients.
• Work as part of a team to ensure the safe, effective and efficient implementation of operations.
• Ensure conformity to all method statements and risk assessments associated with the works.
• Ensure that accidents, incidents and near misses are suitably reported and assist with any subsequent investigations and close-out actions.
• Effectively communicate with client, landowners and other 3rd parties in a professional manner.
• Undertake Site Manager / Project Engineer duties in periods of absence cover or on smaller projects as necessary.

Qualifications and experience

The jobholder shall be a motivated self-starter, possessing:

• Previous experience within the construction industry with direct involvement with concreting, excavations, and steel fixing works – ideally within the OHL or Substation sector.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and plans.
• Marking out the site, ensuring accurate measurements and placements.
• Checking the accuracy of construction work related to levelling and alignment.
• Good commercial awareness with ability to monitor and accurately report performance against pre-determined targets.
• An understanding of electrical infrastructure, safety rules/legislation and CDM (UK) / Safety Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 (ROI).
• Good working knowledge of computers and relevant computer packages including Microsoft Office products.
• Exceptional customer focus.
• A willingness to learn and develop within a fast-paced and demanding environment.
• Experience and understanding of working within contract terms and conditions.

Required skills, knowledge and abilities

• Organization skills
• Good communication skills
• Critical thinking
• Working well in a team
• Self-motivation
• Being flexible
• Determination and persistence
• Being a quick learner
• Good time management
• Problem solving skills
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office package
• Excellent collaboration and people skills