THE COMMISSIONERS OF NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSES

require

Civil Project Engineers x 2

About Us

The Northern Lighthouse Board is the General Lighthouse Authority for Scotland and the Isle of Man, responsible for the superintendence and management of all lighthouses, buoys and beacons within those waters. We have provided this vital safety service to mariners since 1786.

The Role – Overview

Based at the NLB’s Headquarters in central Edinburgh, as a Civil Project Engineer, you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary project department. Working alongside an Electrical Project Engineer, you will assist a Project Leader in surveying sites, preparing reports, producing contract documentation, and creating AutoCAD and REVIT drawings, as well as overseeing site works, including site establishment, progress inspections, and site clearances. You will be required to visit the lighthouse sites around the coast of Scotland and the Isle of Man, many of which are located offshore and in remote locations, requiring regular maintenance, refurbishments, and capital upgrade works.

Salary and Benefits

• £43,306 per annum rising to £47,643 after 1 year in post.
•  A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 28%
•  Annual Leave allowance of 25 days, rising by 1 day per year of service up to 30 days
• 11.5 days for Public Holidays
• Generous sick pay scheme and family leave policies.
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Hybrid Working & flexi time when working in the office

 Qualifications/ Experience Required

•  A minimum of an HND or equivalent in Civil Engineering or a relevant subject.
• A good understanding of Health and Safety and Environmental legislation and working knowledge of quality standards and procurement management.
• Proven REVIT and AutoCad skills and proficient in preparing drawings for engineering and tender purposes
• Demonstrable experience in structural, civil or building engineering.

There is also the opportunity to add real value to a professional organisation dedicated to the safety of those at sea, and to the protection of our maritime environment.

For further details and an application pack please download an application by clicking the Apply button now.

Closing Date: Thursday 1st May 2025

The NLB is an equal opportunities employer.