Setting Out Engineer – Rail – Soil Nailing Project – Immediate Start - Contract
We are currently seeking an experienced Setting Out Engineer to work on a major rail infrastructure project involving extensive soil nailing and geotechnical stabilisation works.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable civil engineering contractor delivering critical earthworks and slope stabilisation works within a live rail environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Setting out soil nailing works, retaining structures and associated civil engineering activities.
- Carrying out precise surveying and setting out using GPS, Leica and Total Station equipment.
- Establishing control points and maintaining survey records.
- Producing as-built surveys and maintaining site engineering documentation.
- Ensuring works are delivered in accordance with design drawings and project specifications.
- Carrying out quality assurance checks and completing inspection records.
- Working closely with site management, subcontractors and design teams.
- Monitoring progress and identifying any engineering or technical issues.
- Supporting production of RAMS, ITPs and temporary works requirements.
- Ensuring compliance with Network Rail standards and project procedures.
- Promoting and maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Site Engineer, Setting Out Engineer or Section Engineer.
- Proven experience setting out for soil nailing, slope stabilisation, retaining walls, embankments or geotechnical projects.
- Previous experience working on rail infrastructure projects.
- Valid PTS (Personal Track Safety) card - Essential.
- Competent using Leica, Trimble, GPS and Total Station equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Strong understanding of QA procedures and engineering documentation.
- CSCS Card.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable
- HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering.
- Experience working on earthworks, embankment remediation or rockfall protection schemes.
- SMSTS or SSSTS.
- First Aid at Work.
- Temporary Works knowledge.
What We Offer
- Competitive day rate.
- Long-term project work.
- Opportunity to work on a high-profile rail infrastructure scheme.
- Supportive project team and excellent working environment.
- Potential for further opportunities upon project completion.
To apply, please submit your CV highlighting your rail, setting out and soil nailing experience together with details of your PTS competency.