Junior Site Engineer

The Company

Since the 1970s, Briggs has grown to become a market leader in the marine and environmental services industry, employing 700 dedicated members of staff.

Providing clients with services ranging from terminal operations to subsea cable repair, Briggs is committed to employing dedicated and skilled staff looking for a career that offers stability, recognition and meaningful career progression.

At Briggs, we are proud of our core values. They underpin our decision-making and provide a benchmark for all our work, as well as shaping our company culture for future success.

The Role

The Junior Site Engineer will support inter-island cable installation projects within the Subsea Services department around the UK and North West Europe. The successful candidate will predominantly be working on shore side subsea cable installations and related tasks while assisting in the planning, design and execution of the overall project. There will also be the opportunity to gain experience working offshore as part of the vessel installation team and on other offshore construction projects.

Principal Responsibilities

Serve as part of the project team delivering major offshore and onshore subsea cable projects
Provide engineering input concerning the preparation of subsea cable installation methodologies, documents and drawings
Take responsibility for onshore engineering solutions for our cable installation projects
Carry out the measurement, setting out and monitoring of site works
Assist the Project/Site managers in the day-to-day management of site operations
Ensure environmental and archaeology compliance is being adhered to on site
Undertake as-built surveys and document final construction details (as-built information)
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and quality standards
Assist in the procurement and management of materials, plant and equipment
Attend site operations including site visits, shore end pull-ins and work on the vessels as part of the offshore team

The Candidate

Civil Engineering background with a minimum HNC in Civil Engineering or equivalent
Excellent communication and language skills in English (written and spoken)
A hands-on approach, a strong team player and a professional attitude towards health & safety
SMSTS/SSSTS and first aid qualifications
Knowledge of how to use a total station or similar

What’s in it for you

We offer an excellent package with a pension, life assurance, a Cycle to Work scheme and much more, as well as opportunities for on-the-job training and career progression within a stable environment.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from individuals with protected characteristics and will provide any reasonable adjustments needed during the application and assessment process, as well as upon joining.