Senior Principal Engineer - Infrastructure & Safety Lead

GTS Group Ltd; Newport; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Wales is seeking an experienced Principal Engineer to lead infrastructure inspections and improvements. You will be responsible for driving safety culture and ensuring compliance while developing a skilled engineering team. The ideal candidate has a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and strong leadership skills, with the opportunity to shape the future of essential infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Strong technical experience in infrastructure inspections and maintenance.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Background in railway operations or safety-critical engineering roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of building & civils inspection, maintenance, and renewals.
• Develop and implement annual business plans aligned with safety, compliance, and budget targets.
• Drive cultural transformation in safety and engineering assurance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Infrastructure inspection

Safety culture transformation

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Enterprise Asset Management Systems

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Wales is seeking an experienced Principal Engineer to lead infrastructure inspections and improvements. You will be responsible for driving safety culture and ensuring compliance while developing a skilled engineering team. The ideal candidate has a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and strong leadership skills, with the opportunity to shape the future of essential infrastructure projects.