JOB DESCRIPTION
ENGINEERING SERVICES
JOB TITLE:
Structural Engineer/Inspector
BAND:
E
DEPARTMENT:
Civil & Structural Department
REPORT TO:
Senior Structural Engineer
FUNCTIONALLY:
Manager, Civil/Structural
1.
PURPOSE OF JOB (WHY does this job exist?)
The job holder is on days covering all/designated departments of the works area in
facilitating an engineering service covering all structural activities, (statutory, mandatory
Inspections, works area maintenance, fabrication, erection and the safety of all steel
structures including access and scaffolding. Jobholder must also manage, co-ordinate
and supervise contractors under his control. Deemed to include all contractor
resources, as and when required by works areas. To provide a professional Structural
Engineering service to all project and capital developments when required.
2.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES (What results are expected from the job?)
2.1
Inspects and reports on all static steel structures through out the works at Port
Talbot. e.g conveyors, steel buildings, roof cladding, side cladding, gantry rail,
glazing, protective painting etc. To be responsible for the maintenance and
safety in line with the Construction Design Management Regulations 2007.
2.2
Advises Managers, Works Engineers, and Production Engineers on structural
condition, modifications and methods of repair. Initiates any repair work,
modifications or additions arising from Inspections or work required by
Production or Engineering Management. Also provide service and request work
at short notice /unsociable hours & call outs.
2.3.1
Arranges job priorities in conjunction with Plant Managers, Works
Engineers/Production Engineers.
2.4
Acts in a consultative capacity and provides a technical structural service to the
works area regarding structural, painting, roofing, side cladding, glazing and
repairs etc.
2.5
This role is constantly interrupted in terms of telephone, email and verbal
interruptions whilst carrying out normal day-to-day role.
2.6
To deputise for the Senior Structural Engineer when required.
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2.7
Requests tenders from contractors by initiating ‘invitation to tender’ documents
complete with specification for the work and measurements necessary using the
most suitable method of documentation and conditions of contract.
2.8
Advises the Engineer of the most suitable contractor from tenders received.
2.9
Coordinates and supervises the work of the contractor, inspecting the work when
completed, issues variation orders, as and when required and be responsible for
signing works completion certificates and authorise clearance certificates
ensuring all defect repairs have been carried out in accordance with contract.
2.10 Direct supervision of contract labour for use on engineering work (all aspects).
2.11 To familiarise him/herself with, and to implement as it applies to his/her activities
of falls within his/her sphere of control, the companies Health & Safety Policy
and relevant statutory duties. Applies construction work to CDM format, carries
out safety briefings/auditing contractors.
2.12 Takes contractors representatives on site and describes jobs for quotation
purposes preparing sketches where necessary showing job content.
2.13 Controls through the contractors, supervisors and work force contractor labour
engaged on Inspections and maintenance of steel structures, gantries etc and
ensures that continuity of operations are maintained and the work completed
within prescribed limits and standards.
2.14 Inspects and approves completed work.
2.15 Visits contractor work places to inspect structural steel work, prior to its
acceptance on site.
2.16 Requests and co-ordinates the services of other departments as necessary to
complete the job.
2.17 Ensures safe working practices and good house keeping of jobs under his
control.
2.18 Promote the development of new techniques and systems and implement them.
2.19 Prepares and submits estimates to works management for them to apply for
expenditure, SE, Capital Budgets etc. Attends planning meetings to advise and
agree with management on a planned programme to minimise loss of
production.
2.20 Prepares a complete and comprehensive written specification together with
explanatory sketches describing the work to be under taken in full.
2.21 Prepares requisitions at the request of the Departmental Manager and Senior
Engineer.
2.22 Inspects works areas before work commences ensuring good access, site
clearance and safe working conditions in conjunction with Departmental
Engineers/Managers.
2.23 Organises the work in conjunction with the contractors and the department
Engineers/Managers: coordinates all requirements of the job such as production
stoppages, PBS, authorisation to work permits, cranage, scaffolding and
transport etc.
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2.24 Organises and supervises work in conjunction with the departmental managers
concerned, working to drawings and specifications as required.
2.25 Acts as a liaison between the designer and the contractor carrying out the work,
ensuring that the design modifications are made.
2.26 Inspect and reports on all accidents and dangerous occurrences (RIDDOR).
2.27 Drives departmental hire van as of when required.
2.28 Keep informed of advances in Technology and Techniques.
2.29 Initiates the purchase of materials on site when required.
2.30 Checks contractors day work time sheets, contract prices for hours worked and
material used, vets/scrutinised invoices for all jobs under his /her control.
Checks, manages and control budgets allocated
2.31 To portray Engineering as a highly professional organisation at all times.
2.32 To lead and direct contractor resources, as and when required.
2.33 To be responsible for contractors’ standards of work when they are directly
employed by the Civil/Structural department.
2.34 Ensures safety precautions are adequate for job in hand. Liaison with
Departmental Managers, Engineers and Supervisors of other Departments all of
whom require a service of one kind or another and ensure: Isolations of plant
causes the minimum of interference and inconvenience to the user department.
Good utilisation of available of make shift material pending more permanent repair.
Jobs carried out in order of priority as all department want their work carried out
first.
2.35 Maintains adequate maintenance records and draws attention to any persistent
failures.
2.36 Frequently required to work at height and also in confined areas and excavations,
amidst dirt, dust, grease, oil, water and fumes. In all weather conditions (inclement)
and in areas of excessive heat.
2.37 The production plant operates 24/7, Work will be required during plant shut
downs, evenings, nights shifts and weekends if need be and be liable to call out
and work unsociable hours on request of Production/engineering Departments.
2.38 To build up close relationships with customers and understand the plant and
equipment problems.
2.39 To ensure AOP targets and goals are met.
2.40 To be totally familiar and implement as appropriate the companies Health &
Safety Policy and relevant statutory duties.
3.
VISION/CONTEXT (WHERE does this job fit in?)
This position reports to the Senior Structural Engineer and exists to direct and control
the structural engineering activities within customer departments (works areas). To
ensure work is completed on time, to budget and to the correct engineering standards.
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4. CONTACTS (WHO and why?)
Has regular working relationships with personnel at all levels within his own department,
Supplies Department, Engineering Managers in Production and Services Departments,
Security, Safety, Traffic, Projects, Production Units, Consultants, Contractors
Representatives from foremen to Managing Director level, Building control, Planning,
Environment Agency, Drainage Board, Fire Service, Welsh Water and WAMITAB.
Director - Engineering, TSSP
Manager, Civil/Structural
Engineering Managers
Works Managers
Departmental Managers
Accountants
Personnel
Development Engineers
Project Engineers
Purchasing
Safety Department
Transport
Central Stores
Internal Contractors
Trade Unions
Estates Department
External
Plant and Equipment Manufacturers/Contractors
Principals of Consultants and Contractors
Senior Local Authority Officials
External Customers
Health and Safety Executive
Environmental Agency
Environmentalists
Building Control Officers
Planning Officers
South Wales Fire Service
Specialist Suppliers
Professional Institutes
Welsh Water
Drainage Board
Local House Owners
British Rail/Rail Track
The communications are both oral and written, of technical nature appertaining to Structural
Engineering and regular interface with Manager of Civil & Structural.
5.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE (What is the essential requirements?)
Theoretical knowledge to HNC level in Structural/Building/Civil Engineering or equivalent
experience gained in either discipline. Demonstrable experience in Steel manufacturing and
an understanding of plant requirements.
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