Senior Engineer

Volkerrail Group; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering company in Port Talbot is seeking a Senior Engineer to deliver multiple trenchless crossings for various projects. This site-based position requires a background in pipeline and/or utility sectors, along with experience in Horizontal Direction Drilling (HDD). The ideal candidate will have a degree in civil engineering and proficiencies in project management and construction methodologies. The role offers competitive benefits including private medical care and annual leave options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual leave plus birthday off

Private medical care

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in pipeline sector and trenchless techniques including HDD.
• Ability to implement quality management and safe systems of works.
• Full Driving Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Support HSEQ performance at site level.
• Manage construction methodology documentation for quality compliance.
• Forecast and manage materials procurement.

Skills

Pipeline and/or utility sector experience

Management of safe systems of works

Excellent IT knowledge (AUTOCAD, Microsoft suite)

Communication skills with client and team

Problem-solving ability

Education

Degree/HNC in civil engineering

Tools

AUTOCAD

Job description

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry‑leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group’s business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service.

VolkerTrenchless Solutions are looking for a Senior Engineer to join our team working as part of VolkerEnergy. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference and be involved in exciting and innovative projects.

VolkerTrenchless Solutions (VTS) is a 50/50 joint venture between Visser & Smit Hanab (NL) and VolkerStevin Ltd who are both part of the VolkerWessels group. We have our own in‑house engineering division, extensive range of HDD rigs, dedicated staff and are European leaders in executing simple to complex HDD projects. With the added value of our UK/NL partnership we are also able to provide civils and project management support to our specialist drilling activities in the UK to the highest standard.

We are looking for a site‑based Senior Engineer reporting to the Site Agent delivering multiple trenchless crossings for our VolkerEnergy projects.

Responsibilities

• HSEQ performance at site level to support Site Agent and Work Manager.
• Quality performance at site level regarding standards of both workmanship and documentation.
• Engineering controls and performance of site engineering teams including HDD drill rig set up.
• Support management of supply chain during construction: progress, coordination and feedback.
• Responsible for the production, review and monitoring of construction methodology documentation including RAMS and ITPs to ensure compliance with the company’s quality management system and the employer’s requirements.
• Responsible for production of as‑built documentation from site.
• Responsible for materials forecast, procurement and reconciliation.
• Help collate and site data for inclusion in Daily Progress Reports.
• Responsible for the adherence of project team to information management procedures and requirements.

About you

Key Skills

• Previous experience of pipeline and /or utility sector including the use of trenchless techniques including Horizontal Direction Drilling (HDD).
• Management of safe systems of works and quality management.
• Implementation of Permit to Excavate and Services coordination.
• Excellent IT knowledge including use of AUTOCAD and Microsoft suite.
• Degree/HNC, or equivalent, in civil engineering desirable.
• Good communication skills with client representatives, site team and operatives.
• Ability to challenge designs and resolve problems to conclusion.
• Full Driving Licence.

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?

VolkerStevin 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, VolkerStevin 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.

• 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
• 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.

If you need support with your application, please contact us at [e-mail]

Additional information

Note for Recruitment Agencies:

Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.

We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries be directed to [e-mail].

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.

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