Section Engineer – Enabling Civils at Sizewell C

EDF Energy Limited; Sizewell; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

EDF Energy Limited is seeking a Section Engineer for the Sizewell C project. The role covers enabling works and earthworks, with responsibility for design, planning, procurement and execution of early civils scope including SSSI Crossing, ground improvements and sea defence.

You will lead safety, quality and productivity sections, supervise on-site teams, and ensure compliance with project specifications. A strong focus on coordination with designers and subcontractors is essential.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND/Degree in an electrical or engineering discipline preferable.
• CSCS card required.
• SSSTS or SMSTS qualification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Reviews Method Statements and Risk Assessments and makes improvements as appropriate.
• Carries out field audits and confirms the sufficiency of control documentation.
• Production and implementation of Permits to Work including Permit to Dig, Confined Space and Hot Works Permits.
• Guides & coaches less experienced staff in technical requirements and techniques of setting out.
• Production of as-built drawings & records for every element of the works involved in.

Skills

Communication

Team leadership

Planning & scheduling

Health & safety

Site supervision

Problem solving

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in electrical or engineering

CSCS card

SSSTS or SMSTS

Job description

EDF Energy Limited is seeking a Section Engineer for the Sizewell C project. The role covers enabling works and earthworks, with responsibility for design, planning, procurement and execution of early civils scope including SSSI Crossing, ground improvements and sea defence.

You will lead safety, quality and productivity sections, supervise on-site teams, and ensure compliance with project specifications. A strong focus on coordination with designers and subcontractors is essential.