Site Engineer - Geotechnical

Matchtech · Plymouth, England

Site Engineer - Geotechnical at Matchtech, based in Plymouth, England, paying £400 per day. This is a contract role.

Salary
£400 per day
Location
Plymouth, England
Contract
Contract
Posted
3 weeks ago
Closes
22 Oct 2026
Sector
Site Manager

About 27% above the going rate for site manager

Reference 608151

About the role


Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Site Engineer (Geotechnical) for a project in Plymouth. This contract role is integral to managing technical compliance and ensuring the project is completed safely, on time, and to the required quality.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the preparation of as-built drawings.
  • Assist in establishing systems to record completed work and update the Project Quality Plan.
  • Participate in developing quality check sheets and carrying out quality checks & surveys.
  • Assist with site safety, environmental, and quality inspections.
  • Manage systems to review progress against time, quality, dimensions, and quantity.
  • Record and test workmanship and materials, including drilling, grouting & anchoring.
  • Provide engineering support to overcome technical problems and answer queries.
  • Set out works within allowable tolerances, as per the provided site control.

Job Requirements:

  • Academic qualification (Level 3 or above, such as HNC, HND, Degree).
  • Proficiency in survey equipment (GPS, Total Station) for Setting Out & Survey.
  • Experience in geotechnical applications such as drilling, grouting, anchor installation, inspection, and testing.
  • Awareness of commercial processes.
  • Familiarity with Quality Management Systems and the ability to write RAMS.
  • Proven people and project management skills.
  • Good standard of IT skills.
  • Flexibility to work weekends and out of hours on a rota basis to suit project requirements.

Desirable:

  • Possession of TWS or TWC certification.
  • First Aid at Work certification.
  • SSSTS certification.
  • Experience in geotechnical projects.
  • Experience in nuclear projects.
  • Progress towards Chartership/Incorporation with ICE or another professional body.

Reference: 608151 · Posted 3 weeks ago · Closes 22 Oct 2026 · Listed via Matchtech

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