Engineer (Highway Assets)
Location: Halton, Cheshire
Salary: £29,777 - £32,076 per annum
The Council has ambitious plans to deliver a local plan that provides a platform for future generations. To achieve this at pace, there is an organisational commitment to build operational capacity across a number of service areas.
As a result, we have a range of exciting career opportunities in roles that will directly contribute to the growth and development of their local area.
By taking on one of these roles, you'll be at the centre of the action - revitalising neighbourhoods, developing new public spaces, delivering on their sustainability priorities, and improving infrastructure.
The Role
The Highway Development Team help to shape new development in Halton, to protect the safety of Highway users and enable active, sustainable and inclusive travel.
They are looking for an Asset Engineer, and this role would be suitable for a recent graduate or someone with a relevant combination of qualifications and experience.
What will I be doing?
- Assisting senior colleagues in maintaining and developing highways asset databases
- Provide support in the assessment and prioritisation of planned and reactive programmes of work
- Support the preparation and development of the Highway Asset Management Plan (HAMP) to enable cost effective maintenance of the Highway network
Skills and Qualifications
- HND in an engineering discipline or equivalent technical experience
- Knowledge of appropriate legislation and construction standards
- Analytical and interpretive skills
- Proficiency in the use of appropriate software.
Benefits
All their colleagues at Halton have made a positive commitment to delivering great outcomes for their communities. In addition to working with a great team, you will have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:
- A generous leave package of 26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (Increasing after 5 years' service)
- Flexible working arrangements
- Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Investment in your personal development
- Free car parking at HBC sites
- Access to a range of discount schemes
- Access to a car leasing scheme
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable Council, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
The Council want to ensure that their communities are represented across their workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. They are committed to making their recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that they can make this the best possible experience for you.