Site Engineer

Company: Gibson Recruitment Limited
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Location: Kilmarnock
Job Description:

Job Description

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Setting Out Engineer

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Permanent

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Location: Ayrshire / Glasgow

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Salary: £45,000-£50,000 DOE + vehicle + benefits package

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Ref: GR1534

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Gibson Recruitment Limited

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Job Description:

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We have been engaged by a leading Civil Engineering sub-contractor based who, due to a period of sustained growth, have a requirement for an additional Site Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis.

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The business primarily delivers groundworks packages, ranging in value, for some of the countries’ most revered housebuilders & commercial builders.

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Role & Responsibilities:

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·       To deliver setting-out works on ongoing contracts, ensuring that they operate within cost, productivity, Quality and Health, Safety and Environment targets.

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·       Ensure contracts are delivered safely on time, within budget and to programme.

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·       Maintain a good relationship with clients to avoid disputes.

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·       Have a high level of commercial awareness related to the works.

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·       Assure that all work is carried out to company safety, environmental, and Quality standards and to regularly communicate with staff and operatives.

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·       Carry out Safety Audits as required by line management.

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·       Ensure that all operations carried out within your area of responsibility are undertaken with full regard for safety of visitors, other members of staff and yourself.

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Essential Criteria:

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·       Demonstrable experience as a Setting Out Engineer in the UK.

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·       Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)

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·       Strong understanding of Groundworks

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·       Experience and understanding of how to use modern setting out equipment.

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·       Appropriate knowledge of health and safety polices.

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·       Have good working knowledge of IT systems, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office

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·       Practice of prioritising time critical work.

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·       Full UK Drivers Licence

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·       Excellent communication and liaison skills.

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·       Applicants MUST reside within commuting distance of the advertised location to be considered.

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What to do next:

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If this role sounds of interest and you would like to be considered, please apply with your updated CV, or contact Graeme on the details below.

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If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, do not hesitate to give us a call, in confidence. 

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Posted: September 7th, 2026