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About The Role
EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood.
We’re currently recruiting for an Assistant Utilities Coordinator to join our Twyford to Greatworth (T2G) section in the Brackley area.
In this role you will be primarily responsible for the site inspection of work areas, permits and support appointed Authorised and Responsible Persons to ensure full compliance to HSG47 Guidelines, Breaking Ground Activities and Utility Detection Standards (HS-STD-5020) and Overhead Hazards Standard (HS-STD-5021).
 
You will liaise and support both Authoring & Responsible Persons and supervisory teams. You will be responsible for Document Management - check Breaking Ground Permits and GS6 Permits to Work are in date and relevant to the location of work. You will also be responsible for Quality Control - check service drawings are of a good quality and legible to work to.
 
In addition you will verify that work group have been briefed on the Breaking Ground Permits, CAT scanning protocols are in place and also verify that identified services are clearly marked out on the ground and control measures briefed to work parties. You will ensure good digging practices and techniques are being employed and support the Utilities Coordinator as required.

About The Candidate
Key Skills and Qualifications:
Engineer or Site Supervisor with experience in working in and around utilities
Holder of SSSTS or SMSTS certificate
Holder of EUSR Service Avoidance - Category 1 and 2 or NVQ Level 2 in Utility Avoidance  and Buried Services and EUSR 2 or NRSQA Location and Avoidance of Underground Services (with S2,S3, S4, S5 & S7 modules)
Full driving licence is required for this role

About The Company
EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Agroman and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects.
EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work.
If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, then please apply today.
In return, we’re offering a competitive salary & benefits.
EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.
We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application.
Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.
Pre-employment checks:
It’s worth remembering that we’ll undertake the relevant/standard employment checks if you’re successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.
NB. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of onboarding process)
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