At a Glance
- Tasks: Support large-scale earthworks delivery on HS2 with hands-on engineering.
- Company: Major earthworks contractor with exciting projects.
- Benefits: Excellent salary, accommodation support, and clear career progression.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with long-term work opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a major project and make a real impact in civil engineering.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering and experience in earthworks or heavy civils.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Location: Aylesbury
Package: Excellent salary + uplift + accommodation/travel support + benefits
The Role
You will support large-scale earthworks delivery on HS2, including bulk excavation, haul roads, drainage, structures, and temporary works. This is a hands-on engineering role with strong progression opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Setting-out for earthworks, drainage, utilities, and structures
- Daily QA checks, ITPs, as-built records, and technical documentation
- Supporting Section Engineers/Sub Agents with planning and coordination
- Working closely with survey teams and GPS machine control systems
- Ensuring compliance with HS2 specifications, environmental controls, and safety standards
- Contributing to progress reporting and short-term planning
Requirements
- Degree/HND in Civil Engineering or similar
- Experience in earthworks, highways, or heavy civils
- Strong understanding of digital engineering and GPS equipment
- Ability to work across multiple work fronts in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and organisational skills
Benefits
- Major project experience
- Long-term pipeline of work
- Accommodation/travel package available
- Clear progression to Project Engineer
Site Engineer in Aylesbury employer: SSA Recruitment
As a leading engineering contractor, our client offers an exceptional work environment in London and Wales, where employees are valued for their contributions and encouraged to grow within the company. With a strong commitment to employee development and performance recognition, team members can expect a collaborative culture that prioritises safety and innovation across diverse projects. The opportunity to work on high-profile assignments in dynamic sectors such as pharmaceuticals and data centres makes this an exciting place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
