Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Night Shift Site Engineer to support the delivery of Technology, Street Lighting, and Traffic Signal works on a Tier 1 highways project in South West London.
This is a great opportunity for an engineer with strong setting out skills and a solid understanding of highways technology to take ownership of night-time operations.
Role Overview:
You will be responsible for ensuring accurate setting out, managing permits, and reporting on the nightly progress of key installation and cabling works.
Key Responsibilities:
Setting out for street lighting columns, ducting, traffic signal bases, and cabling runs
Creating, managing, and briefing permits to dig (PTDs) and work packs
Monitoring site activities for compliance with design, safety, and quality standards
Completing daily progress reports and feeding back to the day team
Liaising with supervisors and subcontractors to ensure efficient, safe delivery
Ensuring all works are carried out under relevant health, safety, and environmental procedures
Requirements:
Experience in street lighting, traffic signals, or highways technology installation
Proficient in setting out using GPS and total station
CSCS card essential; SSSTS or SMSTS beneficial
Good understanding of permits to dig and safety documentation
Comfortable working independently during night shifts