Deputy Plant Manager - Diaphragm Wall

VSL International Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction engineering company is seeking a Deputy Plant Manager for the Diaphragm Wall team at Sizewell C project in Suffolk. The role involves overseeing maintenance, leading a team, and ensuring efficient equipment use. A minimum of 7 years in major equipment maintenance and leadership skills are required. This full-time position offers the opportunity to contribute to the UK’s clean energy future.

Qualifications

• Excellent managerial and leadership skills are required.
• Experience in nuclear, alliance, or joint venture projects is an advantage.
• Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Act as deputy to the General Plant Manager, ensuring compliance with procedures.
• Lead and coordinate a team focused on Diaphragm Wall and Cutter Soil Mixing.
• Oversee the setup and maintenance of site-based equipment.

Skills

Leadership & Coordination

Problem-solving skills

Technical Skills & Competencies

Education

Minimum 7 years’ experience in major equipment maintenance

At least 4 years’ proven experience in team coordination

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

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Sizewell C (SZC) is at the heart of the UK’s clean energy revolution. This ground-breaking nuclear power plant project in Suffolk will play a vital role in delivering a sustainable future. Backed by EDF and the UK Government, Sizewell C is a once-in-a-generation project with significant opportunities to innovate, grow, and deliver excellence.

Position

We are seeking a Diaphragm Wall (D-Wall) Deputy Plant Manager to act as deputy to the General Plant Manager for VSL’s Ground Engineering Works at Sizewell C, with a focus on Diaphragm Wall and Cutter Soil Mixing activities.

This role is both technical and administrative: you will oversee the maintenance and efficient use of equipment, supervise daily and weekly checks, coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance operations, and ensure all interventions are properly recorded in the Maintenance Management System. You will work closely with other Deputy Plant Managers to ensure efficient use of project resources and smooth coordination across all ground engineering sections.

Main Responsibilities

• Leadership & Coordination
• Act as deputy to the General Plant Manager, ensuring compliance with plant and equipment procedures
• Lead and coordinate a team focused on Diaphragm Wall and Cutter Soil Mixing scopes
• Participate in daily project team meetings and report plant-related issues to minimise production impacts

• Equipment Setup & Maintenance
• Oversee the setup of the site-based workshop, including procurement of tools and consumables
• Plan and supervise daily and weekly equipment checks
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and corrective interventions, sourcing parts and allocating resources as needed
• Ensure servicing checks are performed on schedule and within budget

• Record Keeping & Reporting
• Record all preventive and corrective maintenance details (manhours, team members, materials) in the Maintenance Management System
• Track and report downtime causes, preparing weekly efficiency reports for the Project Manager
• Prepare decommissioning reports (technical and cost analysis) at project completion

Profile Sought

Education & Experience

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in major equipment maintenance on diaphragm wall and/or cutter soil mixing construction projects
• At least 4 years’ proven experience in team coordination roles
• Previous experience in nuclear, alliance, or joint venture projects is an advantage

Technical Skills & Competencies

• Excellent managerial and leadership skills
• Fully conversant with Microsoft Office suite
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to propose alternatives during breakdowns

Other Requirements

• Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application
• Willingness to work on-site at Sizewell C, Suffolk

Interested? Apply now and join VSL in delivering one of the UK’s most important infrastructure projects – helping to build the clean energy future.

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Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Construction

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