Section Engineer

Volkerrail Group; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private medical care

Pension

Cycle to Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Flexible working opportunities

Job summary

VolkerWessels UK is seeking a Section Engineer to contribute to the exciting Sturry Link Road project in Canterbury. This role involves overseeing a 550-metre road and a 250-meter viaduct over the Great Stour River.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and at least 3 years of experience in civil engineering, showcasing skills in construction management. We offer competitive salaries, additional benefits, and a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in Civil Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Play an integral part of delivering the project at Sturry Link Road.

Skills

Knowledge and understanding of construction management

Good communicator

Able to work under pressure

Effective use of Initiative

Education

MEng/BEng/Foundation Degree/BTEC/Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

We have an outstanding opportunity for a Section Engineer to play an integral part of delivering our project at Sturry Link Road in Canterbury.

The project will consist of a 550-metre-long road and a 250-meter viaduct to be built over the Great Stour River and the railway line from Canterbury to Ramsgate.

About you

• MEng/BEng/ Foundation Degree/BTEC/Degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum of 3 year's experience in Civil Engineering
• Knowledge and understanding of construction management
• Good communicator
• Able to work under pressure
• Effective use of Initiative

Why work with us?

VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
• Option to buy additional annual leave
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities - comprehensive skills-based training
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
• Flexible working opportunities
• Employee Assistance programme
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drug & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.