Setting Out Engineer
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OCU are looking for a Setting out Engineer to work on Substation projects across sites in Swindon, Ruislip and Oxford.
As the Setting Out Engineer you will be responsible for ensuring accurate positioning and alignment of all civil and electrical works on substation construction sites. This includes interpreting technical drawings, using surveying instruments, and collaborating with site teams to ensure construction is executed to design specifications. The role also involves maintaining safety standards, quality assurance, and supporting the delivery of the project on time and within budget. You will also be responsible for ensuring all setting out activities are conducted in accordance with site safety rules.
Other responsibilities will include:
- Using surveying instruments (e.g., total stations, GPS) to set out works accurately.
- Coordinate with civil and electrical teams to ensure alignment with design specifications.
- Maintain accurate records of site measurements and as-built data.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Support quality assurance processes and inspections.
- Assist in resolving technical issues and discrepancies on-site.
- Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and project managers.
- Participate in daily briefings and toolbox talks.
- Report and record any near misses or incidents.
- Ensure all equipment is calibrated and used safely.
- Comply with site PPE requirements and promote a safety-first culture.
To be successful in the role of Setting Out Engineer, you will need:
- CSCS Card – Engineering or Technical Discipline.
- SMSTS or SSSTS (desirable).
- First Aid at Work (desirable).
- Manual Handling and Working at Height Awareness.
- Temporary Works Awareness.
- CAT & Genny Training.
- HNC/HND or equivalent in Civil or Electrical Engineering.
- Proficient in using surveying equipment and software.
- Experience in substation or HV infrastructure projects.
Driven by values, powered by inclusion.
At OCU, our values guide everything we do: integrity, collaboration, respect, innovation and one company united. They shape how we work with our clients, communities, and each other. We believe that inclusion is more than a principle — it’s the foundation of our success. By embracing equity and ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to thrive, we create a workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, and everyone feels they belong.
Together, we build stronger teams, deliver better outcomes, and grow in ways that reflect the communities we serve. If you want to be part of a culture where values matter and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do apply now and help us shape the future together.
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- Division
- OCU Utilities
- Locations
- Swindon, Oxford, Ruislip
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Employment Status
- PAYE &/or CIS
Our People, our Culture, our Values
As a business, we pride ourselves on operating a ‘People First’ culture, striving to constantly deliver on our 5 core company values.
1. We Care about Safety - It is our goal for everyone working on our behalf to go home healthy and safe at the end of each and every day.
2. We lead with Integrity - Integrity is central to everything we do. Without it, we wouldn’t have the relationships with our clients, nor would we have built an enviable reputation within the industry.
3. We strive to be Better everyday - We take pride in everything we do. This involves a meticulous approach to our work, endeavouring to make each day better than the last.
4. We make a Positive Impact - We want to make the places we work in better; leaving a lasting infrastructure and social legacy. We believe in proactivity to maximise impact.
5. We Deliver to Grow - The successful delivery of frameworks and contracts feeds our ability to grow strategically and strengthen OCU to expand the business and capabilities even further.
About OCU
Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK, with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions.
Working directly with many of the country’s leading blue-chip power, water, telecoms and rail clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.
We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.
We believe that being successful is a choice.
We choose to be successful.
We are OCU, ‘One Company United’.
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