Plant Inspector – Sizewell C
Location: Sizewell C, Suffolk
Salary: £47,500 per annum + excellent benefits
Employer: Carmichael UK (on behalf of a major infrastructure contractor)
Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Plant Inspector to support works on the Sizewell C nuclear new build project. This role plays a key part in ensuring all site plant is compliant, safe, and fully maintained in line with strict project standards.
The Role
Working closely with the Plant Manager, you will be responsible for inspecting and supporting the maintenance of earthworks plant and site vehicles before and during operation on site.
Key Responsibilities
Conducting PDI inspections of all earthworks plant, including hire documentation, condition reporting and photographs
Inspections of site vehicles including 4x4s and minibuses
Ensuring plant safety systems are fully operational (cameras, alarms, beacons, etc.)
Checking and replenishing fluids, grease pots and consumables
Routine inspection of tyres, GET and undercarriage
Supporting fault diagnosis and reporting defects
Producing risk assessments and safe methods of work
Managing COSHH stores and fluid stock control
Assisting OEM engineers with servicing and minor repairs
Replacing cutting edges and GET
Issuing Maintenance Permits to Work
Requirements
Essential
CSCS Green or Blue Card
Full UK driving licence
Experience maintaining heavy plant equipment
NVQ Level 2 in Plant Maintenance (or equivalent)
Physically fit and able to work in all weather conditions
Basic computer literacy
Strong safety awareness and documentation skills
Desirable
CPCS A68 Plant Mover ticket
Welding qualification or experience
Knowledge of Caterpillar, Volvo and Bomag machinery
Package & Benefits
Salary: £47,500 per annum
BUPA single cover
8% matched pension
Life assurance x2.5 base salary
Cash allowance (Grade 3): £422 per month
This is a long-term role on a nationally significant project offering stability, strong benefits and excellent working conditions