Site Engineer

NRS (Magnox) • 3m ago

Are you ready to take your construction expertise to one of the most unique and technically challenging environments in the UK? At our nuclear site, no two days and no two projects, are ever the same.

You’ll join a team of highly skilled Site Engineers who lead the way on a wide range of construction and decommissioning projects at a nuclear site, from installing new facilities, modifications to transforming existing facilities and buildings, right through to complex de-planting and decommissioning work.

If you’re self-motivated, delivery driven and eager to apply your construction experience to projects that genuinely make a difference, why not explore what this role could offer you?

Please note this is a site-based role at Chapelcross site - Monday to Thursday (07:30 -17:15) - perfect for someone looking for a 4-day working week.

What will I be doing?

Step into a role where your construction expertise makes a real impact. You’ll be joining a high performing team delivering complex construction, modification and decommissioning projects within a unique nuclear environment. Every day brings new challenges, fresh opportunities to innovate, and the chance to apply your skills to work that truly matters. If you’re driven, motivated, and excited by the idea of shaping significant infrastructure projects, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

We’re looking for someone who brings initiative, energy, and a passion for doing things the right way. In return, you’ll enjoy the support of experienced Site Engineers, a strong delivery culture, and the opportunity to grow your capability in a highly respected technical setting. If you thrive in a demanding fast-paced environment and want to contribute to projects that demand precision, collaboration, and pride, your next challenge starts here.

You will:

Take action to champion a strong safety culture, maintain high standards, and drive continuous improvement through best practice and learning.
Plan, Manage, Co-ordinate and Monitor construction activities where NRS is acting as the Principal Contractor including the review and acceptance of method statements, risk assessments, Safe Systems of Work and all relevant documentation with diligence and ownership.
Oversee External Principal Contractors who undertake construction activities onsite and helping to facilitate the safe delivery of the construction work.
Demonstrate flexibility and support others while adapting confidently to changing demands, promoting positive safety and strong planning and coordination.
Work closely with other the other Site Engineer’s and support the Construction Manager and Senior Site Engineer to ensure work is undertaken safely and compliantly and in a timely manner.

What will you bring?

Bring your expertise to a role where your technical capability truly counts. We're looking for a driven professional with solid construction leadership experience who’s ready to make an impact on high-profile, complex projects. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy taking ownership, and want to work where your qualifications and insight are genuinely valued, this is a chance to step into a role that recognises and rewards your capability.

You will bring:

Essential construction safety qualifications such as CITB Site Management Safety Training Scheme or a NEBOSH Construction Certificate, alongside strong Construction Design Management experience.
Proven essential experience managing or supervising construction activities and supported by an HNC/NVQ Level 5 or equivalent technical background.
A thorough understanding of local procedures, rules, and company instructions, ensuring safe, compliant, and effective project delivery.

It would be advantageous to have asbestos knowledge, training and experience but this is not essential.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute your expertise to projects that truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is real. Apply today and help shape the future with us.

NRS (Magnox)

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