Engineering Site Manager — QA, RAMS & Field Delivery

Global Highland Ltd; Dounreay; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Highland Ltd is seeking an experienced Site Manager with an engineering background to lead on-site delivery, ensuring safety, quality and compliance. You will oversee RAMS review, permit-to-work processes, QA inspections and ITP development while coordinating engineers, subcontractors and project teams to resolve on-site issues.

The role focuses on maintaining documentation, site controls and accurate reporting, supporting planning through to completion on complex engineering projects.

Qualifications

• Engineering background required or proven experience in engineering roles.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills essential for coordinating teams.
• Experience with RAMS, permits, QA inspections, audits and ITPs is important.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements) including review and implementation on site.
• Manage the Permit to Work process ensuring permits are issued, controlled and closed out.
• Carry out QA site inspections, produce reports and follow up actions.
• Conduct site audits and quality checks to maintain high workmanship and compliance.
• Develop, review and manage Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Monitor site activities to ensure works align with drawings, RAMS and project requirements.
• Coordinate with engineers, subcontractors and project teams to resolve issues.
• Ensure health, safety, quality and environmental requirements are maintained on site.
• Maintain accurate site records and provide progress and quality reporting.
• Support the broader project team from planning through to completion.

Skills

Engineering background

Reading technical drawings

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proactive issue resolution

Education

Engineering qualification or relevant experience

Tools

RAMS process

Permit to Work

ITPs

QA inspections

Job description

Global Highland Ltd is seeking an experienced Site Manager with an engineering background to lead on-site delivery, ensuring safety, quality and compliance. You will oversee RAMS review, permit-to-work processes, QA inspections and ITP development while coordinating engineers, subcontractors and project teams to resolve on-site issues.

The role focuses on maintaining documentation, site controls and accurate reporting, supporting planning through to completion on complex engineering projects.