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Non Core Waste Engineer

Network PlusWigan, Greater Manchester🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 26 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to expand your expertise in non-core wastewater projects, contributing directly to crucial infrastructure development within the United Utilities region. You'll thrive here if you possess strong setting-out skills, a keen eye for quality, and the confidence to manage technical queries independently, making this an excellent step for your career growth. Embrace this chance to make a significant impact and apply today!

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
On Site
Location
Wigan, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Posted
3 weeks ago
Microsoft Office

Job Description

Description


We are looking for an experienced Site Engineer to support our Non-Core Wastewater projects across Cheshire and Greater Manchester.

Working across multiple sites within the United Utilities region, you will provide engineering and technical support, oversee quality standards and ensure works are delivered accurately and in accordance with project requirements.

Key Responsibilities



  • Undertake setting out activities, including line and level
  •  Use setting-out equipment confidently, including EDM and dumpy levels—not solely GPS
  •  Complete pre- and post-work inspections and checks
  •  Maintain accurate site records and produce as-built information
  •  Carry out quality checks on materials and completed installations
  •  Check the setting out and quality of subcontracted works
  •  Act as the quality lead across assigned projects
  •  Respond to technical queries at site level
  •  Communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors and project teams
  •  Work independently across multiple sites
  •  Ensure works comply with relevant specifications, drawings and quality standards

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise


About you

You will have: 
  • Previous wastewater experience gained within the United Utilities framework or another water company
  •  Strong setting-out experience, including line and level
  •  Practical knowledge of EDM and dumpy-level equipment
  •  Excellent record-keeping and as-built documentation skills
  •  The ability to assess the quality of materials and installations
  •  Confidence dealing with technical queries on site
  •  Strong client-facing and communication skills
  •  The ability to work effectively without direct supervision
  •  Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  •  A full UK driving licence, due to the requirement to travel between sites
Qualifications and training

The following would be advantageous:
  •  A relevant engineering qualification
  •  CSCS Gold Card, or the ability to work towards one
  •  Previous experience in a supervisory capacity
  •  SSSTS or SMSTS
  •  First Aid qualification
  •  Temporary Works Supervisor or Temporary Works Coordinator training
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Engineer to take ownership of engineering and quality across a varied portfolio of wastewater projects.

Job Benefits


We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy which you can find here - https://networkplus.co.uk/privacy-and-cookie-policy.

About Network Plus

Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK’s major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater.

We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer.

We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment – we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances.

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