Senior Examining Engineer

Company: BES Group
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Location: Peterborough
Job Description:

Who we are in a nutshell.

At British Engineering Services Group, we pride ourselves on being the leading end to end risk management solutions provider in the UK and Ireland. That means it’s our job to help keep our customers assets’ legally compliant, operational and, above all else, safe. We’re able to achieve this with a team of only the very best, most talented people.

Our infrastructure division is crucial to the safety of key civil infrastructure across the UK and beyond. Our specialist team are experts not only in completing the most thorough inspections on critical structures such as railway bridges, but also in accessing some of the most challenging locations. From abseiling to diving, the skills and expertise of our team is impressive, meaning we can support our customers, no matter what.

Inspire Structures is a specialist in the management and inspection of infrastructure assets, such as railway structures. We provide safety-focused, high-precision structure inspections, competency assessments, associated training, and engineering services to asset owners.

Please note, this role requires national travel and ideally candidates would be located in/around the following locations:

  • London
  • Peterborough
  • Nottingham
  • Manchester
  • Leeds

What will you be doing?

As a Senior Examining Engineer for Inspire Structures, part of British Engineering Services Group, you will independently deliver complex infrastructure examinations and engineering services while supporting the safe, efficient and high-qualiti​y delivery of projects across the rail and structures portfolio.

You will:

  • Undertake tunnel and structural examinations independently, acting as Examining Engineer where required.
  • Coordinate small teams to deliver annual programmes of inspection and examination work.
  • Plan and manage examination methods, including access arrangements and programme sequencing.
  • Produce timely, accurate condition and examination reports.
  • Monitor progress against programmes and proactively identify and escalate delivery risks.
  • Maintain accurate HSQE records and contribute to audits, technical guidance notes and briefings.
  • Provide mentorship and technical guidance to Engineers and Examiners.

As part of our team, you will get:

  • A salary of £44,000 to £50,000 dependant on professional qualifications, competencies and experience.
  • Access to a company vehicle when required.
  • Company Pension Scheme.
  • 22 days holiday rising to 25 days after 2 years’ service and 28 days after 5 years’ service.
  • An extra day’s holiday to take on Christmas Eve each year.
  • Access to our holiday buy scheme.
  • Access to private healthcare, critical illness cover and life assurance for added peace of mind.
  • The benefit of funded training where required (including rope access and confined spaces), support towards professional qualifications, and a structured career pathway aligned to skills and experience.
  • Opportunity for flexible working.
  • Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
  • Discounts and savings via our employee benefits portal.
  • Health and wellbeing support via our Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Company wide volunteering scheme.

To join our team, you will need:

  • A Degree, HND or HNC in Civil Engineering.
  • To hold STE2 and STE6 competencies.
  • PTS (Personal Track Safety).
  • Strong experience in infrastructure or structural engineering, including inspections, examination and maintenance.
  • Proven ability to manage your own workload and contribute to programme delivery.
  • The ability to mentor and support junior engineers and examiners.
  • Willingness to travel nationally.
  • To be medically fit for rail work and hold the appropriate railway medical.
  • Full UK Driving License.

Our focus on diversity, equality and inclusion is here to stay.

Our team is made up of some of the most skilled and talented people and that’s what matters to us. At British Engineering Services Group, we want our people to know that they can be their true authentic selves at work, it really is that simple.

What’s more, we are delighted to have pledged our commitment to the military community by signing the Armed Forces Covenant.

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Posted: April 17th, 2026