Maintenance Technician (Electronics)
The role
To assist in the efficient operation of the M25 Tunnels by undertaking maintenance and other tasks as required by the Shift Manager
This is a 4 days on – 4 days off. 12 hour shift, 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off
- To be conversant with Plant Monitoring and Control Systems, including SCADA, PLCs, I/O, networking etc.
- To be conversant with a range of electronic / technology equipment including CCTV, incident detection, radio rebroadcast, telephone networks, fire alarm systems, air monitoring etc. within the Dartford River Crossing and other M25 Tunnels, under normal and emergency conditions.
- Repair and maintenance of the traffic safety system on the approach to the Dartford tunnels including sensors, barriers and traffic signals.
- To complete any records as required, including daily worksheets, and maintenance report sheets
- To read drawings and carry out fault finding and repairs without supervision
- Carry out any work of a manual, semi-skilled or skilled nature of any type of trade description (including “out of trade” work) under the instructions of the Shift Manager
- Drive vehicles as required, for maintenance purposes
- Attend incidents and work safely in accordance with policies to facilitate the early clear up of hazard/incident
Qualifications & Skills:
- Recognised Electronic or Technology Qualifications or Apprenticeship
- IT literate
Card holder (or willing to undertake training) in (but not limited to
- MEWPS
- Confined Spaces
- CSCS
Experience
- Experience of routine maintenance and repairs to a wide range of electronics / technology equipment
- Practical maintenance or servicing experience with a wide knowledge of computer / logic control systems
- Fault finding using schematic drawings
- Knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation
- Ability to carry out installation work to current legislation / standards.
If you are interested in the role please contact Stewart on 020 7855 9644 or by email at sl@sol-rec.com
Maintenance Technician (Electrical)
The role
To assist in the efficient operation of the M25 Tunnels by undertaking maintenance and other tasks as required by the Shift Manager
This is a 4 days on – 4 days off. 12 hour shift, 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off
- When authorised, carry out switching on Connect Plus Services 11kV
- Carry out Planned Maintenance and defect repair work on a range of electrical equipment which includes Switchgear, Transformers, Pumps, Fans, VSDs, lighting and associated control gear etc.
- Repair and maintenance of the traffic safety system on the approach to the Dartford tunnels including sensors, barriers and traffic signals.
- Read drawings and carry out fault finding and repairs without supervision
- Carry out all type of Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Maintenance work within the capacity of an Electrical Technician with or without direct supervision
- To read drawings and carry out fault finding and repairs without supervision
- Carry out any work of a manual, semi-skilled or skilled nature of any type of trade description (including “out of trade” work) under the instructions of the Shift Manager
- Drive vehicles as required, for maintenance purposes
- Any other duties within the capacity of a Maintenance Technician as required by the Line Managers
Qualifications & Skills:
- Recognised Electrical Apprenticeship
- Relevant qualifications e.g. City & Guilds
- Current Edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations(18th Edition are Current)
Card holder (or willing to undertake Training) in:
- Authorised Person an advantage – HV (desirable)
- MEWPS
- Confined spaces training
- Inspection & Testing C&G 2391
- CSCS Safety Card
- IPAF
- PASMA
- G39 (DNO EQUIPMENT)
- Working at Height (Harness Training)
- First Aid
Experience
- Knowledge and experience of generators and switchgear to 11KV (Desirable)
- Fault finding using schematic drawings.
- All-round experience in Electrical Maintenance
- Knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation
- Ability to carry out electrical installation work to current legislation
If you are interested in this role please contact Stewart Lange on 020 7855 9644 or by email at sl@sol-rec.com
Senior Site Engineer & Site Engineer
My client requires both a Site Engineer and Senior Engineer to assist them on multiple projects around the Kent area. Ideal background will be Engineers with Highways and heavy civils experience.
- Setting out using total stations, GPS equipment, and to be able to undertake traditional setting out using profiles, batter rail and pegs
- Read and review construction drawings
- Undertake basic take-off’s Raising technical queries with designers and other members of the client team
- Undertake day to day setting out duties with no supervision
- Train, manage and mentor Junior Engineers
- Manage and monitor all site sample / performance testing requirements and maintain records in line with the contract specification.
- Complete hazard / risk assessments and method statements.
- Manage the site service plans/ drawings. Issue permits accordingly.
- Assist the site QS / Project Manager with providing the relevant information for records and claims purposes.
The candidate will require previous civil engineering experience, particularly highways schemes working for a main contractor. Must also have a CSCS card in the appropriate discipline and have a BSc/ HND/ HNC qualification or equivalent. You will require a SSTS card. Due to the nature of the role a full UK driving license.
If you are interested in this role, please contact Leon at lh@sol-rec.com or on 07522 932819
SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR
Our client, a highly reputable Regional Contractor within the Civil Engineering sector has the need for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Highways team based from offices in Dartford with works including Junction Improvements, Surfacing, Bridge Refurbishments etc.
Daily duties will include overseeing Sub Contractor Accounts, cost reporting, pricing projects and attending regular Commercial meetings.
To be considered, you will have a minimum of an HNC in Quantity Surveying and have experience within the Civil Engineering sector with Highways a distinct advantage.
This is an urgent role and comes with a top day rate and immediate start so if interested, please get in contact by email drowe@sol-rec.com or call 07960 054752 for further information.
SITE ENGINEER
Due to an increase in workload within their Water sector, our client, a major player within the Civil Engineering and Utility sectors are looking for a Site Engineer to join their team on a freelance basis on a scheme in Maidstone.
The works are a new Pumping Station and associated Civils works with daily duties predominantly being Setting Out, QA and assisting in overseeing Sub Contractors on site.
To be considered for this role, you will have a minimum of an HNC in Civil Engineering and hold CSCS certification with EUSR preferred but not essential. You must also have all round Civil Engineering experience and ideally exposure to the Water sector gained within the Main Contracting environment.
In return, a top day rate is on offer which is OUTSIDE IR35 and comes with a start before Christmas and work that will take you into 2025 and the potential of long term with lots of work in the pipeline.
This is a great opening with our top client so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on 07960 054752 for further information.
QUANTITY SURVEYOR / SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR
My client delivers specialist engineering services to the UK’s transport network across aviation, rail and adjacent markets. Their vision is to be the leading provider of essential infrastructure services to the transport sector in the UK
They are currently recruiting for the post of Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Defence and Strategic projects division based in Dover.
They are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead and manage the commercial elements of their key projects within the Defence and Strategic markets.
- Lead and manage complex civil engineering projects within the Defence and Strategic markets, from initiation through to completion.
- Develop detailed project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory and contractual requirements, particularly those specific to Defence and Strategic sectors.
- Coordinate and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, architects, and contractors.
- Identify and mitigate risks to ensure project objectives are achieved.
- Maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and partners, ensuring effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Oversee procurement processes and manage contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Monitor project progress, prepare reports, and present updates to senior management and stakeholders.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery and efficiency.
- Excellent NEC knowledge
- Good communication and written skills
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience
- Strong understanding of construction and contract law
- Day to commercial administration of the framework
- Preparing and issuing sub-contract orders
- Agreeing payment schedule with sub-contractors
- Managing Commercial change control for individual jobs delivered on the framework
- Prepare monthly application to the client
- Pricing individual jobs from the contract schedule of rates
- Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to manage multiple stakeholder engagements
Please contact Stewart by email at sl@sol-rec.com or on 0754 620084 for more information.
SITE AGENT
My client delivers specialist engineering services to the UK’s transport network across aviation, rail and adjacent markets. Their vision is to be the leading provider of essential infrastructure services to the transport sector in the UK.
They are seeking to recruit a Site Agent to join their Defence team. You will be managing Civil engineering projects across our varied portfolio of civil infrastructure works in safety and operationally critical environments across the UK.
- Reporting to a Project Manager your responsibilities will include:
- Controlling safety, quality & environmental activities
- Site supervision
- Health & safety management
- Supervising labour and staff
- Producing method statements and risk assessments
- Site cost/value control
- Programming
- Commercial reporting
- Client liaison
- Organising plant & materials
- Supervising construction projects and overseeing build / construction activities
- Liaising with clients and reporting progress.
- Management of sub-contractors
- Cost monitoring and control
- Control of health and safety on site
- Quality control of all construction activities
- Responsible for all correspondence and record keeping in accordance with the clients procedures.
- Project management & delivery experience within a safety critical environment
- Fully conversant with safety regulations (particularly CDM)
- Possess a strong commercial acumen with knowledge of project management and NEC forms of contract, to manage day to day contract obligations
- Demonstrable experience with both the commercial & project deliverables on previous projects
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and motivate the people working with you
- Proven experience in managing civil engineering and building projects
- Proven MS Project skills
- SMSTS
- Proven ability of managing temporary works
- Minimum of 5 years experience as a site manager
- CSCS Card – Black
- Full Clean Driving License
You may currently be working as a Site Agent/Site Manager for a Civil Engineering Contractor or you may be a Sub Agent/Project Engineer looking to take the next step.
Ideally Degree qualified in Civil engineering (or equivalent), with a successful track record managing civil engineering & infrastructure projects.
Please contact Stewart Lange by email at sl@sol-rec.com or by mobile on 07545 620084
Site Agent
Responsibilities
- To management of site staff operatives and sub-contractors.
- Provide method statements, hazard risk assessments and Project Management plans.
- Understand the tender allowances and monitor contract costs against agreed budgets and company financial reporting.
- Preparing and monitoring programmes of work.
- Manage design co-ordination.
- Assessment and engagement of sub-contractors.
- Inform, consult and involve local groups as necessary.
- Promote and ensure all work complies with safety, quality and environmental policies and the requirements of the company procedures.
- Understand and administer contract change.
Skills Required
- You should already be experienced as a Site Agent and have a relevant industry qualification (HND/ HNC/ BEng) or equivalent, an up-to-date SMSTS qualification, and appropriate CSCS card. A First Aid at Work is desirable
- You will also have experience of managing civil engineering projects with a main contractor along with previous experience on Highways, Earthworks and Structures experience.
- Be able to maintain and monitor works against a programme and budget.
- Have compliance with current legislation requirements, including the production and implementation of RAMs and other associated safety/project documentation.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Please contact Stewart on 07545 620084 on by email sl@sol-rec.com
Site Agent
Our client is a regionally structured civil engineering firm with national capabilities working in the strategic highways, flood and coastal defence, roads and bridges, harbours, and ports as well as many more civil sectors.
They are seeking to secure the services of a Site Agent for their works on Dover Docks along the Kent coastline. Works include Concrete Upgrades/Repairs, Access Roads, Drainage Upgrades etc.
Supporting the Project Manager, you will be required to produce on site paperwork including RAMs and Task Briefings, Oversee Subcontractors, Order Plant & Material and ensure the works are run Safely and to Budget.
To be considered for this, you will have a minimum of an HNC in Civil Engineering and hold CSCS, SMSTS and First Aid. You MUST also have solid all round Civils experience gained with reputable Main Contractors; this is essential for this role.
In return, a top day rate is on offer which is Outside IR35 and comes with an ongoing contract and immediate start.
This is a top role so if interested, please get in touch asap by sending a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on 07960054752 for further information.
Freelance Site Manager (Sewage Treatment)
My client are looking for a Site Manager on a Sewage Treatment Work in Dartford.
You will have responsibility for the safe, efficient delivery of projects.
Lead and promote a safe zero harm culture.
Promote industry leading behavioural culture.
Write RAMS, T&IPS, briefings, TBTs, NCRs, control permits and temporary works on site.
Manage Engineers and Supervisors.
Manage labour, plant and materials!
Manage customers and general public impacted by our works.
Developing and delivering Project Management Plans including environment, quality, safety, health, and wellbeing.
Build collaborative teams.
Manage specialist Subcontractors.
Follow and promote company initiatives and ensure we deliver safe, on time, efficient projects that delight our client and the customers.
Carry out site inductions, tool box talks and the coaching of staff in construction techniques, ensuring appropriate use of PPE.
Coordinate document control and design management for your project.
Ensure the timely close out of actions arising from internal and external audits.
Participate in investigations and continual improvement!
Skills and Knowledge Requirements : You should be:
Degree/HND/HNC or equivalent in construction management or engineering
Experience of water or waste water infrastructure
Control of costs and value management
Schedule management
SMSTS
Temporary Works Supervisor
Health and Safety training or recognised certification such as NEBOSH or similar
Understanding of Temporary Works requirements