This programme has been designed to support people who have had a career break or are trying to transfer their skills in to a new sector or one they used to work in. We know that any gap in work experience or a move away from a sector or skill set makes it very hard to return or join through standard recruitment channels.

The roles in this programme tend to run on a 12 week work placement with a view to securing a permanent role at the end of that period. Although it’s not guaranteed, 96% of our candidates who join the programme go on to secure permanent roles with their host organisation.

As a candidate working with STEM Returners you have access to free CV writing and Interview coaching and if you are successful in securing the role you’ll get access to coaching and mentoring programme to help you thrive in the role.

If you meet the criteria for this role but are unsure if you are eligible for the programme, we encourage you to make an application.

With the support of STEM Returners, BAM Nuttall are looking for a previously qualified site engineer who may be looking to return work after a career break, or returning to construction having worked in other industries.

BAM Nuttall are offering a 12-week mentoring programme, allowing re-integration into an inclusive environment. This will be a temporary paid placement within BAM Nuttall, and include opportunities for re-skilling and training, depending on needs. Subject to a review at the end of the mentoring period, a permanent position may offered.

BAM Nuttall are currently seeking a site engineer, to support the construction of the Eastern Green Link 2 (EGL2) project. This ambitious 5-year undertaking will see the creation of a 525kV, 2GW high voltage subsea transmission cable from Peterhead in Scotland to Drax in England.

Based near Drax in North Yorkshire, the site engineer will be required to communicate effectively at all levels including project managers, agents and sub-agents, the site engineering team, technical specialists, commercial staff, planners, supervisory staff, suppliers, third parties and client representatives.

The Site Engineer will be responsible for a range of tasks, including the following:

• Maintain high personal safety and environmental standards
• Supervision of assistant engineers
• Ensure that the drawings and specification documents contain sufficient, accurate information for construction of the works
• Provide accurate and clear setting out for works
• Communicate with supervisors and gangers to ensure a full understanding of information provided
• Arrange formal checking of setting out
• Complete inspection and test plans
• Keep an accurate daily site diary

Skillset and Experience:

• BAM Nuttall welcome those returning to the construction industry with wider experience in the fields of civil engineering and will work with the successful candidate to bring their skills up to date.
• A degree, HND in Civil Engineering or the equivalent NVQ level is essential for this role.
• The candidate should previously have obtained a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card, or have been part of similar schemes, equivalent to: Academically or Professionally Qualified Person, Supervisor or Manager.
• An awareness of current construction legislation, with a willingness to gain up to date industry knowledge via self-directed learning as required.
• Have previous experience of the Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS), or equivalent health and safety training.
• Candidates must have basic awareness of Microsoft Programmes and preferably experience with construction related software.

Location:

This position is based near Selby in North Yorkshire.  Occasional travel will be required to various project sites and client locations. If successfully recruited by BAM Nuttall after the mentoring programme, the successful candidate must be willing and able to travel as needed to fulfil job responsibilities.

A full UK driving license is essential for this role to facilitate travel between sites.

Working hours and pattern:

This role is primarily site-based, to oversee and manage on-site activities. However, we also offer flexible working arrangements, including opportunities for occasional home working when site presence is not required.