Project Engineer - DSEAR

The Vacancy

At WGM Engineering, we’ve been delivering innovative, sustainable engineering solutions since 1986. Our success is built on responsibility, quality, and a commitment to meeting the needs of our customers and society. By integrating Mechanical, Electrical, and Civil Engineering disciplines under one roof, we provide a complete turnkey service to clients across the country.

We are now looking for a DSEAR Project Engineer to join our E&M division. This is an exciting opportunity to work on varied projects across the central belt of Scotland, ensuring compliance and excellence in hazardous area environments.

• Prepare detailed and accurate Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Create and approve Single Line & Loop diagrams.
• Conduct site surveys, including measurements, photos, and process reviews.
• Resolve technical and logistical challenges as they arise.
• Support site needs for materials, labour, resources, and plant.
• Lead procurement through Bill of Materials creation and review.
• Manage workload to meet project schedules and deadlines.
• Attend client meetings and undertake HSEQ audits when required.
• Report project progress to senior management and ensure programme adherence.
• Manage subcontractors and ensure compliance with BS60079, DSEAR & HSE regulations.

• Electrical and/or Instrumentation background with hazardous area experience.
• Knowledge of the water industry is advantageous.
• Relevant qualifications:
  Electrical Engineering degree, HND, C&G, or equivalent.
• 3–5 years industry experience.
• Compex 01-04 (required; upskilling available for the right candidate).
• Compex 05-06 and Compex 12 (advantageous).
• Strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Excel.
• Valid UK driving licence.

• Hybrid working options.
• 32 days holiday, rising to 36 with service.
• Enhanced pension scheme and life assurance.
• Car allowance and salary sacrifice schemes (EV, cycle to work, annual leave purchase).
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave.
• Company sick pay (after qualifying period).
• Employee discount programme.
• Early finish every Friday!

Ready to take the next step in your engineering career? Apply today and join a team that values innovation, responsibility, and excellence.

Based in Scotland, we are an engineering business providing mechanical, electrical and civil engineering services to clients across the UK. We are one of the UK’s leading engineering solution providers, recognised for outstanding client service, quality solutions and our commitment to health and safety. From our HQ in Glasgow, we deliver sustainable solutions to the water and renewables sectors. Supplementary services include project management, technical engineering, design, and off-site modular build.

We have partnered with innovative technology providers in the renewables sector, including solar PV, hydroelectric and heat networks. We are a progressive, people-orientated business driven by our values to deliver workable and cost-effective solutions in the communities we work. When you work for WGM you join a dynamic team and have the opportunity to be part of our ambitious plans for future growth.

WGM is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We re committed to preserving RSK s people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations.

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