Field Quality Surveillance Engineer – Mechanical Construction

First Recruitment Group; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

First Recruitment Group seeks a Quality Surveillance Field Engineer to oversee surveillance of mechanical construction activities on a major infrastructure project. You will ensure works align with approved information, quality requirements and procedures, reporting to site management and liaising with stakeholders.

The role champions safety and quality culture, supports team leadership, and maintains accurate site records and diaries throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Mechanical engineering qualification or equivalent vocational training with significant experience.
• Broad knowledge of construction materials, trades, installation methods and legislation.
• Solid understanding of Quality Assurance standards such as ISO 9001.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Proven experience producing accurate site records and diaries.
• Experience on major construction projects and CDM Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor quality compliance within designated work scope per project surveillance requirements.
• Raise deviations and non-conformance when necessary.
• Support production and administration of non-conformance reports.
• Maintain effective communication with contractors and project stakeholders.
• Provide surveillance information to support project performance indicators.
• Identify potential quality issues and support mitigation measures.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Quality Assurance

Documentation

CDM Regulations

Communication

Education

Mechanical Engineering qualification

Welding qualifications

Tools

Electronic handheld devices

Digital inspection platforms

Job description

First Recruitment Group seeks a Quality Surveillance Field Engineer to oversee surveillance of mechanical construction activities on a major infrastructure project. You will ensure works align with approved information, quality requirements and procedures, reporting to site management and liaising with stakeholders.

The role champions safety and quality culture, supports team leadership, and maintains accurate site records and diaries throughout the project lifecycle.