Assistant Highway Engineer

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Salford; On-site; GBP 32,597 - 35,412; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/flexible working

Excellent pension

Training and accreditation

Job summary

Salford City Council is seeking an Assistant Highway Engineer to help develop, maintain and deliver high‑quality highway and drainage schemes, ensuring our roads and public spaces remain safe, efficient and fit for the future.

You will join a growing, expert team, receive training and responsibilities to expand your expertise, work with Engineers and the Team Leader, and benefit from hybrid working, ongoing professional development and a competitive pension.

Qualifications

• ONC/HNC in Civil Engineering or equivalent level of practical experience.
• Strong technical knowledge in design and delivery of highway maintenance and drainage schemes.
• Experience in preparing technical reports, drawings and construction documentation.
• Ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders and council members.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and deliver high-quality highway and drainage schemes.
• Prepare accurate technical drawings using AutoCAD.
• Collaborate with Engineers and Team Leader to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Support investment programmes and maintenance schemes across the city.
• Present design options and advise on engineering solutions.

Skills

Civil engineering knowledge

IT literacy

Education

ONC/HNC in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Join us as an Assistant Highway Engineer to advance your career in scheme design and delivery.

There are many challenges involved in maintaining the city’s assets – which means a wide range of schemes and projects to be part of. You have the opportunity to make your mark on the city’s infrastructure and to help ensure our roads and public spaces remain safe, efficient, and fit for the future.

Our growing team is focused on building its expertise and capabilities. You will be given the responsibility, support and training to develop your expertise and take on greater responsibility.

Why join us in Highway Network Management?

• Strong focus on long‑term improvement of adopted infrastructure and highways.
• Expert technical team with strong capabilities and wide‑ranging experience.
• Strong learning culture with a focus on continuous development and access to the wider training and accreditation opportunities within the Salford City Council engineering community.
• Dedicated professional and digital skills development programmes, tools and eLearning. AI innovation.
• Hybrid/flexible working.
• Competitive package, including excellent pension.

Your role

• As an Assistant Engineer you will play a key role in the development, maintenance, and delivery of high-quality highway and drainage schemes. We want you to:
• Take an active and integral role within the Highway Network and Asset Management Team, working collaboratively with Engineers and the Team Leader to deliver compliant construction projects on time and within budget.
• Support the delivery and ongoing monitoring of investment programmes and strategically aligned planned maintenance schemes across the city.
• Contribute to the preparation, review, and quality control of technical reports, drawings, and associated documentation.
• Assist in the development and appraisal of engineering solutions, including the evaluation and presentation of viable design options.
• Prepare accurate technical drawings using AutoCAD and associated software packages.
• Communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, responding to technical and service‑related queries clearly and professionally.
• Attend meetings to contribute to project planning, coordination, and stakeholder engagement.
• Work closely with colleagues to provide timely, accurate advice to Council Members and officers.
• Liaise with the wider team to offer consistent, accessible, customer‑focused advice to members of the public.

Your profile

• A relevant qualification such as ONC/HNC in Civil Engineering, or the equivalent level of experience gained through practical, on‑the‑job learning.
• Strong technical knowledge and practical experience in the design and delivery of highway maintenance and drainage schemes, with the ability to develop effective and compliant engineering solutions.
• A solid understanding of highway maintenance and asset management principles, supported by hands‑on experience within a similar environment.
• Proven ability to prepare, review, and interpret technical documentation, including design reports, specifications, and construction drawings, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
• Applied understanding of quality management, health and safety, and environmental regulations within the context of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficient in the use of IT and engineering software, including Microsoft Office.

Find out about our city as a place to live, work & grow, and learn more about the amazing work we are doing. You’ll also find out about the wealth of benefits we have to offer you on our Salford pages!

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Please note that Salford City Council is currently unable to provide visa sponsorship for any role, as no Certificates of Sponsorship are available. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Please note, this job can be closed at any time if we fulfil the role.

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Company: Salford City Council

Salary: £32,597 – £35,412

Location: Salford, Greater Manchester

Sector: Highways

Job Role: Engineer

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