About The Role
Job Title: Section Engineer
Location: Aberdeen
Project: Netherton Hub – a key energy infrastructure development near Peterhead, part of the Accelerated Strategic Transmission Investment (ASTI) programme.
Role overview: The Section Engineer will support the delivery of high voltage conversion and substations, ensuring technical accuracy, safety, and commercial efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Control
* Lead the execution of advanced setting out across earthworks, drainage, and highway projects.
* Establish and maintain primary setting out controls, determining optimal installation locations.
* Support and guide junior engineers in mastering setting out methodologies.
Quality
* Develop and manage Activity Control Plans along with comprehensive quality records.
* Interpret specifications and technical drawings to ensure all works conform to client requirements.
* Identify, document, and resolve technical inquiries and non‑conformances efficiently.
Health, Safety & Environmental
* Prepare and evaluate Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and Temporary Works Briefs.
* Champion a safe work environment by ensuring permits and inductions are completed thoroughly.
* Act proactively to detect hazards and implement effective control measures.
Productivity
* Create detailed weekly programmes, monitor progress, and communicate objectives to the team.
* Promote operational efficiencies to achieve KPI targets throughout site activities.
Commercial Awareness
* Track labour, plant, and material usage against budgetary parameters.
* Recognise and report additional works, submitting required notifications as appropriate.
* Collaborate closely with subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring adherence to contractual deliverables.
What We’re Looking For
* Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience).
* Strong UK site‑based experience in earthworks, deep drainage, and road construction.
* Skilled in producing and implementing Activity Control Plans.
* Knowledge of construction tolerances, specifications, and contractual documents.
* Confident in leading setting out, engineering control, and mentoring junior engineers.
* Good understanding of HSE management systems, permits to work, and temporary works.
* Strong communication and organisational skills.
* Effective communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.
Why Join Us
* Be part of a high‑profile project shaping Aberdeen’s infrastructure.
* Opportunity to lead a dedicated site team and deliver works that have a lasting community impact.
* Clear progression opportunities and professional development support.
* Work‑life balance initially with 4 days on site, moving to full‑time on site in 2026.
Professional and Personal Development
* 70% learning on the job, 20% learning from those around you, and 10% formal training courses and learning events.
Diversity and Inclusion
* We believe diversity and inclusion are essential components of a successful workplace. Our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion strategy supports an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
* We are a Disability Confident Employer and welcome applicants with disabilities and long‑term health conditions to apply.
* We encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
* We support membership with WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum, and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE).
* We are committed to fair and inclusive resourcing processes and welcome feedback.
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