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Posted 23 July, 2026

Site Engineer

Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd
PL1, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Site Engineer / Setting Out Engineer Location: Devonport Dockyard, Plymouth Rate: Up to £380 per day Umbrella PAYE + £50 per day (taxable) Working Away Allowance Contract: 12 Months Hours: 45 Hours per Week Security Clearance: Must be eligible for BPSS/SC Clearance The Role We're recruiting experienced Site Engineers / Setting Out Engineers to join a major infrastructure project at Devonport Dockyard. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a long-term, high-profile project where quality, precision and technical excellence are key. Responsibilities Carry out setting out using Leica or Trimble equipment. Establish survey control and ensure works are built to specification. Produce as-built surveys and site records. Complete quality documentation and inspection records. Support site teams and subcontractors throughout construction. Ensure works are delivered safely and to the required quality standards. Requirements Experience as a Site Engineer, Setting Out Engineer, Survey Engineer or similar. Strong setting out and surveying background. Experience using Leica or Trimble equipment. Good understanding of QA/QC processes and quality documentation. Experience on major civil engineering or infrastructure projects.Experience within nuclear, defence, highways, water, marine, rail or other heavy civils projects is highly desirable. What's on Offer Up to £380 per day Umbrella PAYE £50 per day (taxable) Working Away Allowance 12-month contract 45-hour working week Long-term opportunity on one of the UK's largest defence infrastructure programmesIf you're an experienced Site Engineer looking for your next long-term contract, we'd love to hear from you