Site Agent
- Welshpool, Powys
- £45,000-55,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Rail ¦ Civils & StructuresLocation: Site-based – North Wales
Regional Office: Welshpool, North & Mid-Wales RegionJoin Our Dynamic Team in North and Mid-Wales!
Are you an experienced Site Agent ready to lead impactful civil engineering projects? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a passion for delivering excellence on-site? If so, we invite you to be part of our ambitious team supporting vital rail infrastructure and civil works across North and Mid-Wales.About Us
Amco-Giffen is a leading principal contractor delivering a diverse range of infrastructure projects, renewals, and maintenance frameworks for key clients including Network Rail and Transport for Wales. Our work spans across sectors such as rail, environment, and local authorities, involving projects like bridge reconstruction, station upgrades, tunnels, embankments, and footbridge schemes.Our portfolio includes:
- Rail infrastructure projects, minor works, and frameworks
- Bridge re-construction and refurbishment
- Station access improvements (including access for all)
- Structures such as tunnels, bridges, and footbridges
As a Site Agent, you will be pivotal in delivering a portfolio of new build footbridge schemes within North and Mid-Wales, as part of our Wales and Borders team. Your leadership will ensure successful project execution, emphasising safety, quality, and efficiency on site.Your key responsibilities will include:
- Managing daily site operations, including safety-critical activities
- Overseeing site safety culture and ensuring compliance with all safety regulations
- Coordinating resource, plant, and material procurement
- Ensuring work is executed in line with legislation, contract terms, and health and safety plans
- Managing contract progress against programme and budget
- Liaising with site teams, surveyors, and stakeholders to monitor and report on project progress
- Identifying, managing, and implementing contract changes effectively
- Producing formal progress reports for project and contract managers
The ideal candidate will have a solid background as a Site Agent in rail and civil engineering environments, with experience in delivering access for all projects. Essential qualifications and skills include:
- SMSTS Certification
- PTS Certification
- CSCS Card
- Degree, HNC, or HND in Civil Engineering
- Knowledge of civils, structures, and multi-disciplinary engineering within a rail environment
- A proactive attitude, excellent leadership, and a strong commitment to safety and quality are essential.
- Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience
- Company car or car allowance
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with entitlement increasing with service)
- Up to 3 volunteer days annually
- Company contributory Pension scheme
- Life Insurance
- Westfield Health Cash Plan & Rewards
- Opportunities for personal and professional development with ongoing training
- A safe, inclusive workplace where your voice is valued
- Employee forums providing a platform for your input and ideas
Join AmcoGiffen and help us shape the future of rail infrastructure across North and Mid-Wales. Apply now and become part of a company that values expertise, innovation, and your career growth!