Engineer

Local Government South East; Hedge End; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

27-30 days annual leave

Hybrid working with office/home mix

Defined Benefit Pension Scheme

Discounted Gym Memberships

Employee Assistance Programme

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Eastleigh Borough Council is seeking an Engineer on a permanent, part-time basis (25 hours per week) based at Hedge End Depot. The role supports the Principal Engineer with repairs, renewals and improvements to Borough assets, and handles financial and administrative tasks.

You will inspect highway infrastructure, manage road markings, oversee traffic orders for events, and liaise with stakeholders. Strong IT skills, understanding of TSRGD, CDM regulations and risk assessments are essential.

Qualifications

• We are looking for an engineer with strong attention to detail and ability to work well in a team.
• Good communication skills across all levels are essential.
• Computer literate with AutoCAD, GIS, MS Office and specialist software packages.

Responsibilities

• Support the Principal Engineer with planned repairs, renewals and improvements to Borough assets.
• Lead on daily engineering enquiries and advise on regulations and policy.
• Carry out regular inspections of Borough owned highway infrastructure.
• Oversee the Borough’s Road Marking and temporary traffic regulation orders for events.
• Assist with project maintenance at Grange Park Mobile Home site and liaise with stakeholders.
• Oversee the Small Works Programme to ensure delivery within timescales.
• Assist with Street Naming and Numbering enquiries and licensing applications.
• Manage Christmas Lighting arrangements with the contractor under the Principal Engineer.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

MS Office

Specialist software

Job description

• Part Time
• Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire
• Posted 4 days ago
• £42,793, pro-rata (Band 7) £ / Year
• Closes: 22 November 2026

Eastleigh Borough Council

Engineer

Permanent

25 hours per week

Salary £42,793, pro-rata (Band 7)

Location: Hedge End Depot.

Do you want to make a difference?

Here at Eastleigh Borough Council we are committed to making a positive difference for all the residents, businesses and visitors to Eastleigh and we are proud to be delivering on our promise to create sustainable and healthy communities and increase employment and wellbeing opportunities for all.

The role

Your day to day will consist of supporting the Principal Engineer with the delivering of planned repairs, renewals and improvements to Borough assets. You will also support the completion all associated financial and administrative tasks and lead on daily aspects of engineering enquiries and request advice on regulations and policy.

Your Activities Will Include

• Carry out regular inspections to Borough owned highway infrastructure (to be carried out under an agreed frequency in daylight and nighttime hours)
• Day to day management, development and delivery of the Borough’s Road Marking

• To oversee the implementation of temporary traffic regulation orders relating to events held on the Highway.
• Support the Engineering Technician with planned project and minor maintenances at Grange Park Mobile Home site and liaise with internal and external stakeholders where required.
• Oversee the Small Works Programme, to ensure project delivery within timescales and compliance with relevant policy and procedures.
• Assist with Street Naming and Numbering enquiries, and applications for Tables and Chairs licencing as required.
• Manage the Christmas Lighting arrangements and liaise with the contractor as appropriate, under the supervision of the Principal Engineer.

About You

We are looking for someone with attention to detail, great teamwork skills and someone who is able to communicate effectively at all levels (from members of the public to stakeholders)

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Computer literate. Able to use AutoCAD, GIS, MS Office and other typical general office packages, and also specialist software packages
• Ability to use and interpret spatial data (maps and drawings)
• Good knowledge of national and local standards, and techniques and technical procedures including TSRGD
• Working knowledge of CDM regulations and risk assessments

About Us

In return you will be working with a great team in an organisation that is truly committed to a flexible, inclusive and enjoyable work environment. We are passionate about personal and professional development for all staff, offering exceptional conditions of employment, plus the chance to make a lasting difference to the community of Eastleigh.

Our Benefits Include

• 27-30 days annual leave (depending on local government continuous service)
• Hybrid working with the ability to work from office and home and ability to accrue up to 2 days additional flexi leave per month (subject to operational requirements – pro rata for part time staff)
• Defined Benefit Pension Scheme
• Discounted Gym Memberships across the Borough
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Collaborative and inclusive working environment

Closing date: 22 November 2026

Interview date: week commencing – 30 November 2026