Senior FCERM Engineer

Northumberland County Council; Morpeth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

26 days annual leave increasing to 31

Job summary

Northumberland County Council is seeking an experienced Senior FCERM Engineer to lead flood and coastal erosion risk management as the Lead Local Flood Authority for Northumberland. You will shape policy, deliver capital FCERM projects and coordinate complex stakeholder activity across local and regional levels.

The role emphasises strategic leadership, guidance on planning responses, and collaboration with agencies to enhance climate resilience.

Qualifications

• Experience in flood and coastal erosion risk management.
• Proven ability to develop policies and strategies.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership working.
• Track record in leading major infrastructure projects and capital FCERM programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead on delivery of statutory duties as Lead Local Flood Authority.
• Coordinate responses to planning applications, marine licences and watercourse consents.
• Develop policies and programmes to support climate resilience and sustainable development.
• Collaborate with Environment Agency, water authorities and planning authorities.
• Lead development and delivery of flood alleviation and coastal protection projects and manage external funding.

Skills

Flood risk management

Coastal erosion

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering

Tools

GIS (ArcGIS)

Hydraulic modelling tools

Job description

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Northumberland County Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM) Engineer to play a leading role in delivering the Council's statutory responsibilities as the Lead Local Flood Authority, while also helping to develop and deliver an ambitious programme of flood alleviation and coastal erosion management projects.

This is a strategic role with a strong focus on flood risk and coastal erosion policy development, statutory functions, planning consultations and delivery of capital FCERM projects.

We're looking for a professional with substantial experience in flood and coastal erosion risk management, policy development, stakeholder engagement and infrastructure project delivery. You'll bring excellent technical knowledge, strong leadership skills and the ability to influence strategic decision-making at local and regional levels.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading on delivery of the Council's statutory duties, including flood investigations, development of strategies, maintenance of the register of assets and the regulation of ordinary watercourses
• Leading and coordinating the provision of responses to planning applications, marine licence applications, Ordinary Watercourse Consents and national consultations relating to flood and coastal erosion risk.
• Developing policies, strategies and programmes that support climate resilience and sustainable development across Northumberland.
• Working closely with partners including the Environment Agency, Northumbrian Water, planning authorities and other risk management organisations.
• Leading the development and delivery of flood alleviation and coastal protection projects, securing external funding and managing programme and project delivery.

This is an excellent opportunity to shape Northumberland's approach to flood and coastal resilience while making a meaningful difference to communities across the county. You will also be joining a multi-award-winning, innovative and ambitious FCERM team with a strong track record of securing investment and delivering effective solutions for communities at risk of flooding and coastal erosion.

• A commitment to flexible working and flexibility around family and caring commitments
• A generous annual leave package of 26 days increasing to 31 after 5 years' service

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