Salary
$66k per year
Location
In office (Newport)
Employment
Full-Time
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 11, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 9, 2026.
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Matchtech is a UK engineering and technology recruitment agency headquartered in Whiteley near Fareham, Hampshire, placing contract, temporary and permanent staff with clients. Founded in 1984, it covers aerospace, automotive, maritime, defence and security, energy, highways, rail, water and utilities, construction and technology, and also offers managed service, RPO and recruit-train-deploy programmes for employers such as BAE Systems, Leonardo and NATS. Its vacancies, posted on behalf of clients, include civil, mechanical, process and EICA engineers, CAD technicians, software developers, project managers and site staff across the UK.
Our client, a leading organisation in the energy and infrastructure sector, is seeking a Site Manager to oversee construction and utility projects in and around Newport. This permanent role would suit an experienced M&E Site Manager, Cabling Site Manager or HV Site Manager with a strong background in managing site operations, health and safety, and subcontractor teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing direct employees, subcontractors and site activities to ensure successful project delivery
- Implementing CDM checklist requirements and maintaining high standards of site compliance
- Conducting site inductions, health and safety inspections and regular safety briefings
- Reviewing and amending Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
- Issuing work permits, including permit-to-dig documentation
- Co-ordinating the hire and off-hire of plant, equipment and materials
- Maintaining accurate site diaries and holding daily briefings
- Overseeing activities including trenching, deep excavations, reinforced concrete works, duct installation and cable pulling
Job Requirements:
- Experience in site management within the power, energy, water, gas, highways or wider utilities sector
- Experience as an M&E Site Manager, Cabling Site Manager or HV Site Manager
- Strong understanding of trenching, deep excavations, reinforced concrete works, duct installation and cable pulling
- Current SMSTS accreditation
- Good knowledge of CDM regulations, RAMS, work permits and site safety procedures
- Confident leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage employees and subcontractors
- Full and valid driving licence, with the ability to travel between sites
Benefits:
- Pension and healthcare benefits
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Employee discounts through a dedicated benefits programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Career development and professional support
- Inclusive working environment with support for reasonable adjustments
If you are an experienced Site Manager with energy, utilities, M&E, cabling or HV expertise and are looking for a permanent opportunity in the Newport area, apply now.
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