Assistant Flood Risk Engineer (CDC)

Doncaster City Council; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Generous pension scheme

Wellbeing support and staff networks

Development and training opportunities

Job summary

City of Doncaster Council is seeking an Assistant Flood Risk Engineer to join the Flood Risk Team at North Bridge Depot in Doncaster. The role is permanent and full time, offering 37 hours per week and flexible working arrangements, with a starting salary of £28,598 to £38,221 (Pay award pending).

You will support Engineers and Senior Engineer in flood risk inspections and assist with new design schemes under the Floods and Water Management Act, contributing to reducing flood risk across the

Qualifications

• Sound engineering background with knowledge of project management through feasibility, funding, design and construction stages.
• Willingness to challenge and manage change.
• Strong engagement and communication skills across varied audiences.

Responsibilities

• Assist Engineers and Senior Engineer in flood risk projects.
• Involved in flood risk inspections and new design schemes under the Floods and Water Management Act.
• Support team with duties related to flood risk management.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Engagement and communication

Education

Engineering degree (BEng/BSc)

Job description

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credit_card Salary Grade 7 to 8, £28,598 - £38,221 (Pay award pending)

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Job profile for Assistant Flood Risk Engineer (CDC)

Assistant Flood Risk Engineer (CDC)

North Bridge Depot 31/08/2026

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Salary Grade 7 to 8, £28,598 - £38,221 (Pay award pending)

Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time

Region Doncaster

Job category/type Engineering/Technical

Date posted 18/08/2026

Job reference REQ23560

Attachments

attachment Benefits booklet (1).docx

attachment Technical, Specialist, Supervisor 2 - job profile-1.docx

attachment Technical, Specialist, Supervisor 3 - job profile.docx

Attachment Job Role Summary Assistant Flood Risk Eng .docx 1.docx

Job description

Based at: North Bridge Depot

Salary details: Grade 7 to 8, £28,598 - £38,221 (Pay award pending)

Contract Type: Permanent, Full time

Hours: 37 hours per week

Flexible working arrangements : Flexi-time available, core hours to be covered due to service requirements

Closing date: 31 August 2026

This post operates under a Career Grade/Grading Assessment Scheme, with starting salary and progression through the grades being linked to experience, qualifications and level of work being undertaken. (Duties and responsibilities would be reviewed If entering at Grade 8)

Are you motivated to contribute and learn in a dynamic environment? We have an opportunity for you. In this role, you will play an important part in delivering positive outcomes for our community.

Duties include: A capable and enthusiasticAssistant Engineeris sought who candemonstrateabilities to support the Engineers and Senior Engineer, and a willingness to adapt and learn in thisparticular role. Asa member of the Flood Risk Team, you will be involved in a variety of work areas, including flood risk inspections and assisting other members of the team in new design schemes and other duties of the Floods and Water Management Act.

What you will bring to the role

We value a range of experiences and skills.

A sound engineering background with knowledge ofproject managementthrough feasibility, funding,designand construction stages.

A willingness to challenge and manage change.

Well-developed engagement and communication skills across varying audiences both internally and externally.

Can build effective relationships.

If you have transferable skills from other roles or voluntary work, we encourage you to apply.

Details on what it is like working for us:

The Flood Risk section of the council has an interesting and challenging workload in reducing flooding across the city and we are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our team.

In return for your contribution, we offer:

• Competitive leave entitlement
• Generous local government pension scheme
• Wellbeing support and staff networks
• Development and training opportunities
• Staff discounts and benefits schemes
• More information on benefits can be found in the attached benefits booklet.

Please review the job summary and profile and demonstrate in your application how you meet the required criteria.

Shortlisting wc31st Aug, and interviews w/c 7 th Sep.

For further details or an informal chat, please contact: Liana Dilks, Tel: [phone], Email: [e-mail]

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