Setting Out Engineer

Anglian Recruitment; Necton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Equipment provided

Immediate start

Job summary

Anglian Recruitment is seeking a Setting Out Engineer for a major substation project in Swaffham, Norfolk. Rate £350-£400 per day on a 4-month contract with immediate start opportunities.

You will carry out precise setting out, establish site control, interpret drawings, and ensure works meet specifications. Expect liaising with Site Manager and subcontractors, QA duties, and a strong health and safety focus.

Qualifications

• Setting out experience on civil/infrastructure projects.
• Substations/utilities/major civil projects desirable.
• Proficient with Leica or Trimble surveying equipment.
• CSCS Card is essential.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out accurate setting out for all aspects of the project.
• Establishing and maintaining site control points.
• Interpreting engineering drawings and site plans.
• Ensuring works meet specifications and tolerances.
• Liaising with Site Manager, Engineers and subcontractors.
• Producing setting out records and maintaining site documentation.
• Assisting with QA and surveying duties where required.
• Promoting and maintaining health and safety on site.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Health and safety awareness

Site coordination

Education

CSCS Card

Engineering qualification

Tools

Leica equipment

Trimble equipment

Job description

Setting Out Engineer - Swaffham, Norfolk

Location: Swaffham, Norfolk

Rate: £350 - £400 per day (depending on experience)

Duration: 4-month contract

Start Date: 10th or 17th August

Anglian Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Setting Out Engineer for a major substation construction project based in Swaffham, Norfolk. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established project from the early stages and work with a professional site team on a high-profile infrastructure development.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out accurate setting out for all aspects of the project.
• Establishing and maintaining site control points.
• Interpreting engineering drawings and site plans.
• Ensuring all works are completed to specification and tolerances.
• Liaising closely with the Site Manager, Engineers and subcontractors.
• Producing setting out records and maintaining accurate site documentation.
• Assisting with quality assurance and surveying duties where required.
• Promoting and maintaining high standards of health and safety on site.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Setting Out Engineer on civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Experience working on substations, utilities or major civil engineering projects is highly desirable.
• Proficient with Leica, Trimble or similar surveying equipment.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and specifications.
• CSCS Card (essential).
• Relevant engineering qualification preferred.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

What's on Offer

• £350 - £400 per day.
• Surveying equipment provided - no need to supply your own kit.
• 4-month contract on a major substation project.
• Immediate start available on 10th or 17th August.
• Weekly pay through Anglian Recruitment.
• Opportunity to work on a prestigious infrastructure project with a respected contractor.

If you're an experienced Setting Out Engineer looking for your next contract in Norfolk, we'd love to hear from you.