Site Agent/Senior Site Agent
Added 17 Jul · still live
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£53,400
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 1122 (85% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £53,400, and AmcoGiffen is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2121 (Civil engineers, Describes providing technical guidance and engineering support) or SOC 2455 (Construction project managers and related professionals, Manages tunnel infrastructure projects for Network Rail). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
Your salary route
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1122 Production managers and directors in construction Most likely code | £37,400 | £42,700 | £48,100 | £53,400 |
2121 Civil engineers Also possible | £35,200 | £40,300 | £45,300 | £50,400 |
2455 Construction project managers and related professionals Also possible | £33,400 | £35,400 | £39,900 | £44,300 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Site Agent / Senior Site Agent
Rail Infrastructure ¦ Tunnels Portfolio
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Site Agent or Senior Site Agent to join our specialist Tunnels portfolio within the Wales & Western business unit.
Initially supporting an 88-week tunnel maintenance programme at Sudbrook, focusing on asbestos removal and related tunnel infrastructure works, this role offers a unique opportunity to become part of a growing and long-term tunnels portfolio. Following the successful delivery of the Sudbrook programme, you will have the opportunity to support further tunnel maintenance and renewal schemes across the Wales & Western region.
This role will also support the wider Engineering team, including Site Engineers operating across the Wales & Western business unit, providing leadership, technical guidance and operational support across a range of civil engineering and rail infrastructure projects.
About The Business Unit
Our Wales & Western business unit delivers a diverse portfolio of rail and civil engineering projects across live, regulated and safety-critical environments. Current works include:
Rail Infrastructure ¦ Tunnels Portfolio
- Location: Pontyclun, South Wales Region: Wales & Western
- Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience
- Company Car or Car Allowance
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
- Up to 3 paid volunteer days
- Company contributory pension scheme
- Life Insurance
- Medicash Health Cash Plan & Rewards
- Structured learning and development opportunities
- Clear career progression pathways
- Safe, inclusive and collaborative working environment
- Employee forums that ensure every voice is heard
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Site Agent or Senior Site Agent to join our specialist Tunnels portfolio within the Wales & Western business unit.
Initially supporting an 88-week tunnel maintenance programme at Sudbrook, focusing on asbestos removal and related tunnel infrastructure works, this role offers a unique opportunity to become part of a growing and long-term tunnels portfolio. Following the successful delivery of the Sudbrook programme, you will have the opportunity to support further tunnel maintenance and renewal schemes across the Wales & Western region.
This role will also support the wider Engineering team, including Site Engineers operating across the Wales & Western business unit, providing leadership, technical guidance and operational support across a range of civil engineering and rail infrastructure projects.
About The Business Unit
Our Wales & Western business unit delivers a diverse portfolio of rail and civil engineering projects across live, regulated and safety-critical environments. Current works include:
- Tunnel maintenance, inspection and renewal schemes
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The Role
As Site Agent / Senior Site Agent, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient and successful delivery of tunnel maintenance and civil engineering works, ensuring that projects are completed to programme, within budget and in full compliance with contractual, safety and quality requirements.
You will work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, commercial teams and client representatives, leading site operations while supporting the development of engineering capability across the wider business unit.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day management of tunnel maintenance and civil engineering schemes.
- Ensure all works are delivered in full compliance with:
- Contract requirements and specifications
- Health, Safety and Environmental standards
- Quality plans and work package plans
- Network Rail standards and procedures where applicable.
- Manage site teams, subcontractors and suppliers to achieve programme and performance objectives.
- Support project planning, construction methodologies and temporary works requirements.
- Monitor progress against programme and implement corrective actions where required.
- Assist with the preparation and management of:
- Construction Phase Plans (CPPs)
- Environmental documentation and permits
- Task Briefing Sheets and Work Package Plans
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We're looking for an experienced Site Agent or Senior Site Agent with a strong background in civil engineering, rail infrastructure or complex maintenance environments.
Experience working within tunnels, structures, geotechnical, drainage or other heavy civil engineering disciplines would be highly advantageous.
Essential Requirements
- Experience as a Site Agent, Senior Site Agent or equivalent within a civil engineering or rail contracting environment.
- Strong understanding of construction delivery, engineering and project controls.
- Experience managing site teams and subcontractors on safety-critical projects.
- Knowledge of health, safety, environmental and quality management processes.
- Ability to manage programme, cost and resource performance.
- Degree, HNC or HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- Valid PTS.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
- Previous experience working on tunnel maintenance, inspection or renewal projects.
- Knowledge of drilling operations, tunnel drainage systems and structural repair techniques.
- Experience within Network Rail frameworks.
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- Civil Engineering
- Rail Infrastructure
- Tunnels
- Earthworks
- Engineering Management
- Commercial Awareness
- Project Delivery
- Site Supervision
- Stakeholder Management
- Health & Safety Leadership
This is an opportunity to become a key part of a specialist tunnels team delivering critical infrastructure works across Wales & Western. With an immediate programme at Sudbrook and a strong pipeline of future tunnel maintenance projects, you'll play an important role in protecting and enhancing some of the region's most important rail assets while developing your career within a growing and supportive organisation.
If you're an experienced Site Agent or Senior Site Agent looking for your next challenge within rail and tunnel infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.
The Company
Why AmcoGiffen?
You will be joining a reputable and firmly established, engineering contractor operating nationally in rail, civils and engineering markets. AmcoGiffen are renowned in the market as a specialist civil, building, mechanical and electrical renewals and maintenance business with ongoing and successful projects and frameworks across the country, you will become part of our expert outfit.
AmcoGiffen has a wealth of experience working on sensitive, live assets in highly regulated environments, we deliver exceptional peace of mind for our customers, creating and maintaining assets across a growing range of high-quality public and private sectors. These include rail, power generation, electricity distribution, flood defence, aviation, waterways and much more.
Diversity & Inclusion at AmcoGiffen
We value collective expertise, but also the spark that one person can bring. As one of us, you can be you, because your individuality is an asset to our business and the communities in which we work and represent.
We are working hard as part of the civil engineering and construction industry, to improve diversity & inclusion. Our Diversity and inclusion journey at AmcoGiffen, is constantly evolving and is designed to break down barriers and promote the principles of a diverse workforce through multiple channels. This includes delivering training, raising awareness, regular forums and sharing our engagement calendar of activities and events to encourage participation at all levels throughout our organisation.
Diversity & Inclusion is embodied throughout our SPIRIT core Business values and lies at the heart of our culture of Safety, Professionalism, Innovation, Respect, Integrity and Teamwork.
AmcoGiffen is an Equal Opportunities Employer, offering challenging, worthwhile careers to everyone and is pro-actively committed to improving our understanding year on year to foster a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees as well as for the customers and communities in which we serve and operate within. It doesn’t matter to us what your age, disability, employment status, gender, health, marital status, sexual preference, membership or non-membership of a trade union, nationality, race, religion or social class are, or indeed any other personal characteristics not directly related to the relevant job. Anyone who meets the requirements of the job is eligible for employment with AmcoGiffen.
Health & Wellbeing
Operating from a people first perspective we support safety and wellbeing in the workplace as a priority. We have large number of colleagues that are trained and qualified mental health first aiders to support and listen where appropriate. We enrol all of the AmcoGiffen family onto an employee assistance programme which provides 24 hour, 7 days a week counselling and advice services.
Is AmcoGiffen your next career challenge? If so, apply now!
For more information or to arrange a private and confidential discussion about AmcoGiffen career opportunities, please contact our Recruitment Team:
[email protected]
Recruitment Manager
We are working hard as part of the civil engineering and construction industry, to improve diversity & inclusion. Our Diversity and inclusion journey at AmcoGiffen, is constantly evolving and is designed to break down barriers and promote the principles of a diverse workforce through multiple channels. This includes delivering training, raising awareness, regular forums and sharing our engagement calendar of activities and events to encourage participation at all levels throughout our organisation.
Diversity & Inclusion is embodied throughout our SPIRIT core Business values and lies at the heart of our culture of Safety, Professionalism, Innovation, Respect, Integrity and Teamwork.
AmcoGiffen is an Equal Opportunities Employer, offering challenging, worthwhile careers to everyone and is pro-actively committed to improving our understanding year on year to foster a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees as well as for the customers and communities in which we serve and operate within. It doesn’t matter to us what your age, disability, employment status, gender, health, marital status, sexual preference, membership or non-membership of a trade union, nationality, race, religion or social class are, or indeed any other personal characteristics not directly related to the relevant job. Anyone who meets the requirements of the job is eligible for employment with AmcoGiffen.
Health & Wellbeing
Operating from a people first perspective we support safety and wellbeing in the workplace as a priority. We have large number of colleagues that are trained and qualified mental health first aiders to support and listen where appropriate. We enrol all of the AmcoGiffen family onto an employee assistance programme which provides 24 hour, 7 days a week counselling and advice services.
Is AmcoGiffen your next career challenge? If so, apply now!
For more information or to arrange a private and confidential discussion about AmcoGiffen career opportunities, please contact our Recruitment Team:
[email protected]
Recruitment Manager
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with AmcoGiffen, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Production managers and directors in construction (SOC 1122) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~106k in sampleSOC 1122
- Middle half £42,380–68,692
- Median £54,808
- Going rate £53,400
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £37,400–48,100
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What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 1122 going rate of £53,400. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.