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Job No. BBUK19913

Deputy Plant Manager - Ipswich

Ground Engineering

Project Management

Ipswich

Permanent

About the role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Deputy Plant Manager  to join our Ground Engineering team working on the Sizewell C project in Ipswich, Suffolk.

Be part of this 'once in a generation' project that will deliver clean energy to 6 million homes for the next 60 years. Sizewell C will see the creation of a 3.2 Gigawatt nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast to provide reliable load low-carbon electricity.

The Civil Works Alliance is an extended delivery enterprise involving Sizewell C and three international construction companies: Balfour Beatty, Bouygues Travaux Publics and Laing O'Rourke.

We are more than just an alliance; we are bringing together a single delivery organisation with years of learning and experience from other major complex infrastructure programmes worldwide.

What you'll be doing

The successful candidate will have the following accountabilities:

• Support the Plant Manager in managing plant operations across multiple GSA geotechnical sites;
• Coordinate with site teams to understand plant requirements and ensure timely provision of plant and equipment;
• Liaise with internal plant teams and approved external suppliers to arrange plant delivery, collection and servicing;
• Monitor plant utilisation and availability to optimise resource allocation;
• Assist in maintaining accurate records of plant movements, inspections, and compliance documentation;
• Support the planning and scheduling of plant resources in line with project milestones;
• Ensure all plant operations comply with relevant safety, environmental, and operational standards;
• Contribute to the development and implementation of plant-related procedures and best practices;
• Assist in resolving plant hire related issues on site, escalating to the Plant Manager as needed;
• Promote cost-effective plant usage and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements;
• Collaborate with logistics, procurement, and construction teams to align plant provision with project needs;
• Support audits and inspections by maintaining accessible and accurate plant documentation with a strong understanding of CPA contract terms and best practices.

Who we're looking for

The following qualities/experience are essential:

• Experience in plant coordination or site logistics within construction or infrastructure projects;
• Strong understanding of geotechnical and piling operations;
• Excellent organisational and communication skills;
• Familiarity with CPA contract terms and plant hire procedures;
• Ability to work collaboratively with site teams, suppliers, and internal departments;
• Strong computer skills - focused on Excel/Word/PowerPoint and ideally and ideally conversant with other software, e.g., MS Project, Insphire or MCA;
• Knowledge of safety and compliance standards related to plant operations;
• Familiarity with GDPR and data protection best practices;
• Previous experience in a similar major project construction plant/geotechnical environment;
• Establish strong links with the GSA parent companies' plant yards.

The following qualities/experience are desirable:

• Experience working within a multi-company alliance or joint venture;
• Familiarity with piling-specific training and induction needs;
• Knowledge of CSCS, CPCS, NPORS, and other construction certification schemes;
• Qualification in Business Administration, HR, or Learning & Development.

Why work for us

Our people are our biggest asset and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level.

Some of our key benefits are:

• An attractive/negotiated salary;
• Medical health cover;
• Company car or car allowance;
• Discretionary annual bonus;
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays;
• Pension savings schemes;
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies;
• Access to our Refer and Earn scheme;
• Discretionary annual salary reviews.

About us

Balfour Beatty Ground Engineering is one of the UK's leading specialist geo-technical contractors, providing innovative piling and ground improvement solutions across all sectors.

Our comprehensive ground engineering capabilities, equipment and experience provide the solid foundations for infrastructure and buildings of any height, ranging from city skyscrapers to cross-country rail and road projects.

Our reputation as one of the UK's leading specialist geo-technical contractors is earned through the delivery of ground engineering solutions on some of the UK's largest and most prestigious projects including HS2, The Shard, Wembley Stadium, Reading Station Viaduct, Marble Arch Place, Battersea Power Station redevelopment and the A14 Cambridge to Huntingdon improvement project.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone D&I Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence ''Employer Recognition Scheme'' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

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