Construction Engineer

Job title:

Construction Engineer

Company

Atomic Weapons Establishment

Job description

What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the end result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical?For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK’s ultimate deterrent – Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counter-terrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions.It takes a special sort of person to work at AWE. What if that person was you?Construction Supervisor/EngineerAWE is currently recruiting for a Client Construction Supervisor/Engineer to be responsible for supporting the Construction Manager in ensuring the successful planning and delivery phases of construction projects. The role will support a significant ‘UK leading’ multi-million pound forward build programme, of new facilities and associated infrastructure.This unique and exciting position will see the right candidate working for one of the UKs largest employers, with an attractive salary/benefits package and allow them to enjoy an excellent work/life balance.Location – ReadingPackage – up to £48,000 (depending on your suitability and level of experience).As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include:Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work).Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training.Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution).Life Assurance.Discounts – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family.A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing – more information available on our careers site.Within this position your responsibilities will be inclusive of:Ensure that installation works by Contractors are undertaken to appropriate and specified quality standards (inspect and verification).Maintain daily Site Diary, accurately detailing site conditions, progress and the resources available to undertake the work activities throughout the construction phase.Provide input to Weekly Reports which include; Site Safety Inspections, Quality Control, Inspection & Test Plans, Defect Notices etc.Assist in the preparation and review of pre-construction information such as SSOW/RAMS.Ensure that Statutory and AWE standards, processes, and procedures are adhered to during construction planning and implementation.Provide supervision and governance to maintain and promote high standards in environmental, safety, health, security, and quality management.Skills, knowledge, and experience requirements for the role:Have a suitable amount of technical and site experience within the construction/build environment, with a proven track record in successfully supervising construction work.Hold an industry standard construction/build environment qualification, aligned to their discipline/specialism.SSSTS & CSCS (relevant level), or suitable equivalent.Membership of an appropriate professional institution (desirable).Good understanding of current construction Health, Safety and Environmental Legislation/ Regulations, in particular compliance with the 2015 Construction Design Management Regulations.Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance.#LI-DGPlease note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide us will be used to encourage and support you through the application process and will be held only for this purpose in accordance with GDPR.

Expected salary

Location

Aldermaston, Berkshire

Job date

Sat, 24 Aug 2024 07:39:05 GMT

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