Site Engineer

Location: Great Glen / Loch Ness area
Employer: Civil Engineering Contractor
Recruitment Partner: EquallyPlaced – Search & Selection

About the opportunity

EquallyPlaced is proud to be supporting a civil engineering contractor delivering the development of a new electrical substation in the Great Glen area.

This project forms part of wider infrastructure improvements that will strengthen the electricity network across the Highlands.

We are working closely with the business as part of our community outreach work in the Great Glen, Loch Ness and surrounding areas, helping connect people in the Great Glen and surrounding communities with job opportunities created by local infrastructure projects.

The contractor is now looking to appoint a Site Engineer to support the safe and accurate delivery of works on site.

The role

As a Site Engineer, you will support the day-to-day engineering activities on the project, ensuring works are carried out safely, accurately and in line with design specifications.

You will work closely with the Site Manager, project team and subcontractors to help keep the project running smoothly and on schedule.

This is a key role on site and offers the chance to be involved in a significant infrastructure project in the Highlands.

Key responsibilities

• Setting out works in line with project drawings and specifications

• Checking levels, measurements and site control points

• Supporting the Site Manager with daily site activities

• Ensuring works are carried out safely and in line with site procedures

• Keeping accurate site records and engineering documentation

• Liaising with subcontractors and site teams

• Assisting with quality checks and inspections

• Helping to resolve technical issues on site

• Supporting progress reporting and project updates

What we’re looking for

• Experience working on civil engineering projects in an engineering or setting out role

• Experience using surveying equipment for setting out works

• Good understanding of construction drawings and specifications

• Ability to work as part of a site team and communicate clearly with colleagues and subcontractors

• Strong attention to detail and a focus on safety

• A relevant engineering qualification (such as HNC, HND or Degree) would be helpful, but practical site experience is equally valued

• Ability to travel to site locations in the Great Glen area

Experience working on infrastructure, energy, utilities or substation projects would be beneficial but is not essential.

If you have relevant experience but do not meet every point listed, we still encourage you to apply.

Why apply?

• Work on a major infrastructure project in the Highlands

• Join a well-established civil engineering contractor

• Opportunity to develop your engineering experience on a technically interesting project

• Be part of a team delivering essential energy infrastructure for the region

Community connection

This role is being supported through EquallyPlaced’s community outreach work across the Great Glen, Loch Ness and surrounding areas, helping ensure local people can access opportunities created by infrastructure projects in their region.

We welcome applications from people across the Highlands and are happy to speak with anyone interested in learning more about the role.

Inclusive hiring

At EquallyPlaced, we work with employers who believe talent and potential can come from many different backgrounds. We are proud to partner with a business that is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment, and we welcome applications from anyone who feels they could bring value to the role.

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