Temporary Works Engineer, Whitehaven

Carmicheal are seeking an experienced Temporary Works Engineer to join the team on a nuclear infrastructure project based in Cumbria.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experiencedTemporary Works Engineerto join a majornuclear infrastructure projectbased in Cumbria. The role will support the safe design, coordination, checking, and implementation of temporary works in a highly regulated nuclear environment. This is a permanent, site-based position working closely with construction, engineering, and safety teams to ensure full compliance with nuclear, CDM, and temporary works procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in theplanning, design, checking, and implementationof temporary works in accordance with BS 5975 and project-specific procedures
• Prepare and reviewtemporary works design briefs, risk assessments, and method statements
• Coordinate withTemporary Works Coordinators (TWC), designers, and site teams to ensure temporary works are correctly specified and installed
• Carry outsite inspectionsto verify compliance with approved designs and issue permits where required (e.g. permits to load/strike)
• Support the management of temporary works registers and ensure all temporary works are tracked and controlled
• Liaise with permanent works designers to manage interfaces and sequencing
• Ensure all works are delivered in line withnuclear safety culture, quality requirements, and HSE standards
• Contribute to incident investigations, design changes, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate records to supportquality assurance and lifetime recordsrequired on nuclear projects

Essential Requirements

• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Proven experience working as aTemporary Works Engineeron major infrastructure or heavy civils projects
• Strong knowledge oftemporary works systemsincluding formwork, falsework, propping, excavation support, scaffolding, and access systems
• Good understanding ofBS 5975, CDM Regulations, and UK HSE requirements
• Experience working inhighly regulated environments(nuclear, rail, defence, or similarly controlled sectors)
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and liaise effectively with designers and site teams
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to safety and quality

Desirable

• Previous experience onnuclear licensed sites(e.g. Sellafield or similar)
• Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS) or Coordinator (TWC) experience
• Membership or working towards ICE, IStructE, or similar professional body
• Familiarity with digital quality systems (e.g. Field View or equivalent)