Assistant Highway Maintenance Engineer

Are you passionate about making a difference to our citizens and the district that they reside in? Then, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Team.

We are looking for an Assistant Highway Maintenance Engineer to support the delivery of highway maintenance and major capital investment programmes across the district. Working within the Highway Design & Delivery Team, you will assist with project management, scheme development, contract delivery and technical design to help maintain and improve Wakefield’s highway network for residents, businesses and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the planning and delivery of highway maintenance and capital investment programmes.
• Undertake site inspections and assess appropriate maintenance treatments and engineering solutions.
• Assist with scheme development, option appraisals, technical drawings and design work.
• Monitor contractor performance, programme delivery and project expenditure.
• Support coordination of highway works to minimise disruption to road users.
• Assist with contract administration, payment verification and scheme record management.
• Liaise with contractors, elected members, stakeholders and members of the public on highway projects and maintenance activities.
• Help deliver projects safely, on time and within budget.

What will be expected from me?

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, contractors and stakeholders to deliver highway improvement schemes.
• Provide technical advice and practical solutions to highway maintenance issues.
• Maintain accurate project records, reports and financial information.
• Communicate effectively with residents, councillors and partner organisations.
• Manage workloads to meet deadlines and programme requirements.
• Demonstrate a commitment to customer service, continuous improvement and professional development.
• Undertake site visits and ensure safe working practices are followed at all times.

Essential requirements:

• HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) or the ability to demonstrate equivalent technical knowledge and experience.
• Relevant experience in highway maintenance, construction or civil engineering projects.
• Understanding of highway construction, maintenance and project delivery processes.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues, contractors and stakeholders.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while meeting project deadlines.

What can I expect?

• A competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy up to 10 extra days of annual leave
• Hybrid working (subject to role suitability)
• Access to high-quality training programs to advance your career to the next level.
• We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We recognise that resilient teams need good work life balance as well as supportive leadership.
• Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and a Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) scheme providing a tax efficient way to increase our pension.
• Great range of benefits including an Employee Assistant Programme, discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, a cycle to work scheme, and many more.

Want to know more?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council, feel free to contact.

Name: Craig Pritchard

Tel: 03458506506

E-mail: cpritchard@wakefield.gov.uk

Join us and make a real impact in the community. Apply today to become a valued member of our team!

Safeguarding

Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.

Probation

In accordance with the Council Probation Procedure, this post is subject to a 6-month Probationary Period.

Diversity

Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.

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