Site Engineer

Socotec Uk & Ireland; Waldron; Vor Ort; GBP 42.000 - 54.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

SOCOTEC UK is seeking a Site Engineer in Uckfield to support the Monitoring & Survey division. You will lead and coordinate site activities, install instrumentation, and monitor geotechnical/structural outputs while liaising with clients and project teams.

The role requires extensive experience in instrumentation, strong safety stewardship, and the ability to interpret monitoring data to identify faults. Flexible work arrangements and compliance with project programmes are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Over five years’ experience in instrumentation and monitoring.
• Strong knowledge of geotechnical and structural monitoring equipment.
• Experience managing teams, work packages and subcontractors.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A strong commitment to health and safety and quality.
• Ability to interpret monitoring data and identify faults.

Aufgaben

• Managing site works safely and efficiently.
• Installing and monitoring instrumentation.
• Coordinating programmes with clients and project teams.
• Managing site personnel and subcontractors.
• Leading briefings and shifts where required.
• Maintaining site records and project reports.
• Supporting project planning and ITP sign-offs.
• Ensuring health and safety compliance.
• Reviewing monitoring data and identifying faults.
• Improving operational quality and efficiency.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Communication

Health and safety focus

Organisational skills

Ausbildung

NVQ Level 4/EngTech

GCSEs in English and Maths

CSCS Supervisors/Managers Card

Sentinel Card with PTS

IOSH Managing Safely

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Geotechnical monitoring equipment

Structural monitoring equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Site Engineer – Uckfield

Are you interested in geotechnical and structural instrumentation and monitoring? This could be your opportunity to excel as a Site Engineer, playing a vital role in supporting SOCOTEC’s continued success.

As SOCOTEC grows, so do our teams. We’re looking for a dedicated Site Engineer to join our Monitoring & Survey (Remote Monitoring) division and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.

We are seeking a proactive, reliable, and flexible Site Engineer to manage site activities, ensure safe and high-quality delivery, and support site personnel. You’ll need confidence in leading teams, working independently and collaborating with clients and project teams. Experience in geotechnical and structural monitoring within construction is essential.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

• Managing site works safely and efficiently.
• Installing and monitoring instrumentation.
• Coordinating programmes with clients and project teams.
• Managing site personnel and subcontractors.
• Leading briefings and shifts where required.
• Maintaining site records and project reports.
• Supporting project planning and ITP sign-offs.
• Ensuring health and safety compliance.
• Reviewing monitoring data and identifying faults.
• Improving operational quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Over five years’ experience in instrumentation and monitoring.
• Strong knowledge of geotechnical and structural monitoring equipment.
• Experience managing teams, work packages and subcontractors.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A strong commitment to health and safety and quality.
• Ability to interpret monitoring data and identify faults.
• GCSEs in English and Maths, or equivalent.
• CSCS Supervisors/Managers Card, Sentinel Card with PTS, IOSH Managing Safely and a full UK driving licence.
• NVQ Level 4/EngTech and knowledge of the BlueTrust process, as specified in the role.

Experience in rail infrastructure, tunnels, London Underground or drill rig operations would be advantageous. Additional industry tickets, such as IPAF, PASMA, SSSTS and CAT & Genny, are also desirable.

If you’re an experienced professional who takes pride in delivering safe, high-quality site works and leading teams, we’d love to hear from you.

Additional Information

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.

What sets us apart? Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won't just be another employee - you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.

Your Career, Your Way

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work Your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow

Think you've got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.