Overview
Job Description UIG Power Transmission & Distribution is seeking a Trainee Site Engineer to work within its Overhead Line and EHV Underground cables teams throughout England and Wales or Scotland.
This role is predominantly site-based across England and Wales or Scotland. You will need to be flexible in your work location as you may be away from home for periods of time, although you will be expected to work from home or your nearest Wood office to suit business needs. You will preferably have an awareness of development and delivery of multi-million-pound projects to deliver safely, on-time and within budget. Experience of working in a construction environment or working with NGED, SSEN, SPEN and similar cabling transmission and distribution network operators is an advantage but not necessary.
The Role Reporting to the OHL Construction Manager, you will learn all aspects of site engineering, how to oversee the site management team coordination of foremen, linesmen, and sub-contractors while liaising with clients and third parties, and manage the setting People to Work process, including onboarding and site inductions with our program to support a growing workload across overhead lines (OHL) & EHV UG Cabling. You will be contributing to the increased network capacity required to deliver the UK government\'s pathway to 2030 and the transition to net zero.
We welcome applications from anyone with a willingness to learn and train. Apply now and be a part of something great!
What We Can Offer
* Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across emerging energy sectors
* Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant
* Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
* Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
* Flexible benefits package; inclusive of 34 days annual leave (including public holidays), pension scheme, 3x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own
* Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
* Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
Responsibilities for Internal Candidates
* Typical Responsibilities
* Maintains relationships with team and stakeholders
* Negotiates minor changes with the sponsor/customer
* Reports progress regularly
* Solves problems
* Attends customer meetings to understand requirements
* Drafts project documents
* Prepares organization charts
* Tracks progress and quality
* With support & guidance, uses tools to monitor plans, hours, budgets, and spending
* Communicates project info to the wider team and customer
Qualifications
* GCSE/A Level/T Level in a practical subject along with functional Maths and English
* Demonstrated project delivery, with experience/ awareness in:
* Good communication skills
* Highly organised and takes initiative
With secured workstream for years to come and a people-focused approach, this opportunity comes with excellent benefits. Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career.
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