Assistant Highway Engineer - Hybrid, Training & Pension

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

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.