Materials Engineer – Ground Engineering (Sizewell C)

Balfour Beatty PLC; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading geotechnical contractor in the UK is seeking a Materials Engineer to support the Sizewell C project. The role involves managing materials engineering services, conducting tests, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Candidates should have NVQ level 3 or equivalent, strong health and safety focus, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Access. Benefits include a competitive salary, annual leave, and family-friendly policies, making this a great opportunity within a pioneering project.

Benefits

Attractive negotiated salary

25 days annual leave and bank holidays

Company car/car allowance

Pension savings schemes

Enhanced maternity/paternity policies

Access to Refer and Earn scheme

Discretionary annual salary reviews

Qualifications

• Experience in training and development of junior staff.
• Ability to conduct daily briefings and write risk assessments.
• Technical knowledge needed to advise contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage materials engineering services for the project.
• Conduct testing and establish safe methods of work.
• Ensure compliance with UKAS and quality systems.

Skills

Health and safety focus

Auditing experience

KPI reporting

Proficient IT skills

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

A leading geotechnical contractor in the UK is seeking a Materials Engineer to support the Sizewell C project. The role involves managing materials engineering services, conducting tests, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Candidates should have NVQ level 3 or equivalent, strong health and safety focus, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Access. Benefits include a competitive salary, annual leave, and family-friendly policies, making this a great opportunity within a pioneering project.