Setting Out Engineer

Setting Out Engineer – PTS Location: West Crewkerne, Somerset Duration: Until February 2027 Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am–5:30pm Weekends: Approximately 4 weekend shifts available Rate: £400–£450 per day…

Pay rate £400 – £450/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 2 September 2026

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Setting Out Engineer – PTS

Location: West Crewkerne, Somerset
Duration: Until February 2027
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am–5:30pm
Weekends: Approximately 4 weekend shifts available
Rate: £400–£450 per day
Sector: Rail / Civil Engineering

About the Role
Insite International are currently recruiting for an experienced Setting Out Engineer with PTS to work on a major railway embankment stabilisation project in West Crewkerne, Somerset.
The project involves the stabilisation of a railway embankment following a historic slope slip, with extensive earthworks and associated ground engineering works being undertaken to secure and strengthen the bank.

The successful candidate will be responsible for setting out a range of earthworks and civil engineering elements, including:
- Soil nails on a slope
- Earthworks
- Haul roads
- Working platforms
- Drainage
- General site setting out and surveying duties

Requirements
Previous experience working as a Setting Out Engineer
Strong experience within civil engineering / earthworks
Experience setting out earthworks and associated infrastructure
Valid PTS certification preferred
Good understanding of construction drawings and specifications
Ability to work accurately and independently on site
Relevant surveying / engineering qualifications and experience

PTS Sponsorship Available
Our client is able to fully sponsor candidates through the PTS process, subject to successful completion of a medical and Drug & Alcohol (D&A) test.
Sub-sponsorship is also available for suitable candidates.

How to Apply
If you are an experienced Setting Out Engineer looking for a long-term opportunity within the rail and civil engineering sector, we would like to hear from you.

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