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Sub Agent

Posted: 13/01/26
Recruiter:Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd
Reference:3058894983
Type:Contract
Disciplines: Engineering
Salary:£400 - £440 Daily Umbrella PAYE
Location:Plymouth, Devon
Description: Sub Agent - Water Retaining Barrier


Location: Devonport Dockyard, Plymouth
Contract: 12-month contract (likely extension)
Start: ASAP (realistically March, subject to clearance)
Hours: Monday-Friday, site based, 45 hours per week
Rate: Up to 440/day (Umbrella PAYE)



The Role


An experienced Sub Agent is required to support delivery of the Water Retaining Barrier works at Devonport Dockyard, a live MOD/Royal Navy facility. The role is fully site-based and involves managing engineering, subcontractors, safety, quality, programme, and commercial inputs within a secure environment.
BPSS clearance is required (can take up to 8 weeks).
Candidates must hold a NATO or MISWG passport and have 5 years UK residency.



Key Responsibilities

  • Support safe and efficient delivery of works in a live MOD environment
  • Lead and manage engineering and site teams
  • Manage subcontractors, resources, and site records
  • Monitor progress against programme and implement mitigation where required
  • Ensure RAMS, ITPs, and quality processes are in place and followed
  • Support cost management, reporting, and BIM processes


Requirements


Essential:

  • Construction or engineering qualification (Degree/HND/HNC/NVQ or equivalent)
  • Proven civils/construction delivery experience
  • CSCS, SMSTS or SSSTS
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
  • Experience with lifting operations


Desirable:

  • ICE IEng (or equivalent)
  • Temporary Works experience
  • RC/marine civils/steelwork experience
  • Nuclear or Defence sector experience

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