Non Core Waste Engineer

Go Traffic Management Limited; Boothstown; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Plus is seeking an experienced Site Engineer to support Non-Core Wastewater projects across Cheshire and Greater Manchester for United Utilities. You will oversee setting-out, quality checks and site documentation across multiple sites, ensuring works meet drawings and spec, and liaising with clients and subcontractors.

Ideal candidates have strong setting-out experience, proficiency with EDM/dumpy levels, good record-keeping, and the ability to travel between sites with a UK driving

Qualifications

• Experience in wastewater projects within UK water sector preferred.
• Strong setting-out capabilities with line and level precision.
• Hands-on with EDM and dumpy-level instruments for QA.
• Excellent record-keeping and as-built documentation skills.
• Ability to assess material quality and installations on site.
• Confident communicating with clients and subcontractors on site.

Responsibilities

• Undertake setting-out activities with line and level accuracy.
• Operate EDM and dumpy levels, not relying solely on GPS.
• Perform pre- and post-work inspections and checks.
• Maintain site records and produce as-built information.
• Conduct quality checks on materials and installations.
• Lead quality across projects and respond to site queries.

Skills

Wastewater experience

Setting-out experience

EDM proficiency

Dumpy levels knowledge

Record-keeping / as-built docs

Material quality assessment

Client-facing communication

Independent work across sites

MS Office proficiency

Full UK driving licence

Education

Relevant engineering qualification

SSSTS or SMSTS training

First Aid qualification

Tools

EDM equipment

Dumpy levels

CSCS Gold Card / eligible

Job description

Non Core Waste Engineer

Department: United Utilities

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Worsley

Reporting To: Robert Bythell

Compensation: £45,000 - £50,000 / year

Description

We are looking for an experienced Site Engineer to support our Non-Core Wastewater projects across Cheshire and Greater Manchester.

Working across multiple sites within the United Utilities region, you will provide engineering and technical support, oversee quality standards and ensure works are delivered accurately and in accordance with project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake setting out activities, including line and level


• Use setting-out equipment confidently, including EDM and dumpy levels—not solely GPS


• Complete pre- and post-work inspections and checks


• Maintain accurate site records and produce as-built information


• Carry out quality checks on materials and completed installations


• Check the setting out and quality of subcontracted works


• Act as the quality lead across assigned projects


• Respond to technical queries at site level


• Communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors and project teams


• Work independently across multiple sites


• Ensure works comply with relevant specifications, drawings and quality standards

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

About you

You will have:

• Previous wastewater experience gained within the United Utilities framework or another water company


• Strong setting-out experience, including line and level


• Practical knowledge of EDM and dumpy-level equipment


• Excellent record-keeping and as-built documentation skills


• The ability to assess the quality of materials and installations


• Confidence dealing with technical queries on site


• Strong client-facing and communication skills


• The ability to work effectively without direct supervision


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office


• A full UK driving licence, due to the requirement to travel between sites

Qualifications and training

The following would be advantageous:

• A relevant engineering qualification


• CSCS Gold Card, or the ability to work towards one


• Previous experience in a supervisory capacity


• SSSTS or SMSTS


• First Aid qualification


• Temporary Works Supervisor or Temporary Works Coordinator training

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Engineer to take ownership of engineering and quality across a varied portfolio of wastewater projects.

Job Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

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