Site Engineer

Taunton
1 month ago
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Site Engineer

Abatec is assisting a highly regarded Civil Engineering contractor with the recruitment of a permanent Site Engineer. Our client has long standing relations with national house builders and provide groundworks packages on large volume housing developments along the M5 corridor (Taunton to Bristol). With a turnover in excess of £40 million, our client offers a friendly working environment and excellent career prospects.

As Site Engineer you will:

  • Have experience of large volume housing schemes.

  • Be the main source of technical advice and quality control for everyone working site.

  • Provide levelling and surveying across site, checking drawings and quantities and ensuring the accuracy of calculations.

  • Have experienced of Trimble robotic total station, GPS or machine control.

    Our client requires a Site Engineer with:

  • Valid CSCS and experience of robotic total stations.

  • A good understating of construction health & safety protocols.

  • Excellent communication skills.

  • HND/HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering.

  • Understanding of AutoCAD

    Salary and benefits include:

  • £45,000 - £55,000 per annum

  • Company vehicle or car allowance

  • Paid annual leave, company pension etc

    If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Lloyd Barham on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed).

    We are always looking for candidates for similar positions, so please register your details with us to hear about similar opportunities that you may be interested in.

    Abatec Ltd. is working as an employment agency on behalf of a client

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