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Contract

Section Engineer (Geotechnical)

Matchtech
Plymouth
money-bag Negotiable
Posted: 24 July 2026 (Yesterday)
Closing date: 23 August 2026
Ref: 225412778

Section Engineer - Geotechnical

  • Location: Plymouth - Devonport Royal Dockyard
  • Working Hours: 45 Hours per week, 07:30 - 17:00
  • This role is site based - Monday to Friday.
  • Inside IR35, rates are open to discussion
  • BPSS clearance
  • 12 month contract

Key Tasks and Accountabilities

In this role, you will be working in a live MOD facility. Your day-to-day tasks will include:

  • Manage in the preparation of ''as-built drawings''.
  • Establishing effective systems to record work completed updating the Project Quality Plan accordingly.
  • To manage in managing systems to enable the progress of work to be reviewed against time, quality, dimensions and quantity.
  • Assist in the recording and testing of workmanship and materials, i.e., drilling, grouting & anchoringetc.
  • Provides engineering support to ensure technical problems are overcome and technical queries are answered.
  • Responsible for setting out works constructed within allowable tolerances.
  • Ensures workforce understand setting out information has been identified as suitable for the type of work being carried out.
  • Manage the preparation of sketches for distribution on site, ensuring clear communication channels are in place for effective understanding.
  • Responsible for providing and maintaining setting out and dimensional control, to ensure accurate construction of the work.
  • To be aware of the provisions of the Safety, Health, and Environmental Management System and to assist in its implementation to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Record instructions.
  • Maintain drawing register.

Who are we looking for?

  • Academic Qualification (Level 3, or above ie HNC,HND, Degree)
  • Experience in various geotechnical applications such as drilling, grouting, anchor installation, inspection and testing is essential.
  • Awareness of commercial processes.
  • Team leader with organisational skills.
  • Good standard of IT skills including, CAD and BIM systems
  • Familiar with Quality Management System and familiar in writing RAMS.
  • CSCS - White PQP/AQP
  • SMSTS

Desirable:

  • Experience in geotechnical projects
  • TWC
  • Nuclear experience
  • May be working towards Chartership/Incorporation with IOM3, ICE or other appropriate professional body.

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