At a Glance
- Tasks: Join us in delivering a transformative infrastructure project in Kent as a Site Engineer.
- Company: VolkerFitzpatrick, a leading multidisciplinary contractor in civil engineering.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working, and comprehensive training opportunities.
- Other info: We value diversity and encourage all backgrounds to apply.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact on local connectivity and community through innovative engineering.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering and 3 years' experience in the sector required.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
Location: Canterbury, Kent
Contract type: Permanent
VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings.
Are you ready to help deliver a major infrastructure project that will transform local connectivity in Kent? We have an exciting opportunity for a Section Engineer to join our team and play a key role in the delivery of the Sturry Link Road project in Canterbury. This landmark scheme will include the construction of a 550‑metre link road and a 250‑metre viaduct crossing both the Great Stour River and the Canterbury to Ramsgate railway line. As part of the project team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a complex and high‑profile civil engineering project that will leave a lasting legacy for the local community.
About you:
- MEng, BEng, Foundation Degree, BTEC or Degree in Civil Engineering
- A minimum of 3 years' experience within the civil engineering sector
- A strong understanding of construction and site management principles
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- The ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities
- A proactive approach with strong problem‑solving skills and initiative
If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.
Why work with us?
VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.
We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including:
- Competitive salary
- Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
- Option to buy additional annual leave
- Private medical care
- Pension
- Life Assurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
- Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills‑based training
- Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
- Flexible working opportunities
- Employee Assistance programme
- Mental health, physical health, and financial support
- 24/7 Virtual GP service
Fairness, inclusion and respect
We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.
Site Engineer in Canterbury employer: VolkerWessels
VolkerWessels is an excellent employer for those looking to advance their careers in rail infrastructure, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and quality. With flexible working hours and comprehensive training opportunities, employees can thrive in their roles while enjoying competitive salaries and generous benefits, including private healthcare. Located in Basingstoke, the company fosters a collaborative environment where project managers can lead impactful projects and grow professionally.
