Senior Engineer - Structures, Whitehill Service Centre, 499.16 - WEL09881

West Lothian Council current; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead the Structures team within the Roads and Transportation service. This role involves overseeing the design of new works and conducting assessments for bridges and other road-related structures. Ideal candidates are Chartered Engineers with project management skills and knowledge of health and safety legislation. The position offers a permanent contract of 36 hours per week, fostering a diverse workforce and welcoming applications from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be registered with the Engineering Council at Chartered Engineer level.
• Experience in the design and assessment of bridges and road structures is required.
• Project management abilities and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day activities of road-related structures.
• Conduct design of new works and maintenance assessments for bridges.
• Assist in delivering key services of the Roads and Transportation service.

Skills

Registered with the Engineering Council at Chartered Engineer level

Knowledge and experience of bridges and roads related structures

Project management skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage multiple demands under pressure

Job description

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36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Permanent

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Engineer within the Roads and Transportation service leading the Structures team. Working as a key member of the Roads and Transportation service you will assist the Design Engineering Manager deliver one of the key functions of the service.

Responsible for the leadership of day to day activities of road related structures dealing with the design of new works, general and principal condition assessments and design of maintenance activities for bridges and other roads related structures.

Applicants require to be registered with the Engineering Council at Chartered Engineer level, have knowledge and experience of bridges and other roads related structures, project management skills with a working knowledge of contract management and well-developed communication skills with the ability to manage multiple demands under pressure and meet targets.

A working knowledge of H&S legislation and a high degree of understanding relating to frontline risk management and experience of managing a team although not essential is desirable.