Job Description

Engineering Services Officer

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37 hours - Hybrid working 3 days in office, 2 from home.

About the role

Reporting to the Principal Engineer, the Engineering Services Officer will:

• Lead on the street name and numbering service delivered by the council.
• Manage the inspection, installation and maintenance of borough street furniture and project manage the works.
• Review planning applications ensuring appropriate flood risk management measures are incorporated on proposed development and responding to consultations in a timely manner.
• Liaise and advise on all aspects of engineering, flood risk and drainage with other departments, residents, Councillors and Risk Management Authorities.
• Assist in the feasibility, design, and supervision of civil engineering projects. This includes works to be carried out within the section, other departments of the Council and external partners as may be required.
• Assist with the programming and management of the Borough\'s land drainage maintenance and capital works programmes.
• Assist in the monitoring and delivery of Health and Safety duties in relations to projects and maintenance works. Ensuring compliance with Council\'s CDM policy and other associated regulations.
• Assist with the enforcement of land drainage law and the Borough\'s land drainage byelaws.
• Assist in developing and implementing the Borough\'s flooding contingency plans and liaising with the Environment Agency and other relevant bodies on these matters.

About you

If you are proactive, confident working under pressure and can prioritise work to meet deadlines then this may be the job for you!

We are looking for candidates with experience in flood risk management and/or street naming and numbering. With guidance where needed, you\'ll manage your own caseload working in a supportive team environment and contribute towards the progressive Engineering Service which provides:

• Land drainage maintenance
• Expert advice on flood risk management and land drainage
• Street naming and numbering service
• Borough street furniture maintenance
• Borough street furniture. and support Engineering Services providing expert advice in land drainage and flood risk management.

Given the high flood risk that Runnymede\'s residents face, we are looking for a qualified applicant (BSc/MSc or MEng/BEng) who would like to develop their career or recent graduates who are keen to put their studies into practice. Previous experience of working in a local authority environment would be beneficial.

About Runnymede

Runnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward- thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our four core values and goals which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects. We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision.

Benefits

• Hybrid working 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home
• Flexible working 7am-7pm (Core hours are 10-11.30am & 2.30pm-4pm) and Flexi-leave
• 28 Days annual leave, plus 8 days bank holidays and 1 extra day at Christmas
• Excellent Pension Scheme
• Free Parking
• Training and development opportunities
• Payment of one professional membership per annum
• Cycle to work + further related discounts
• Season ticket loan
• Health and Dental insurance plan after 3 years\' service
• Mileage allowance

How to apply

For more information on the role and to apply please visit:

We are passionate about building an inclusive and diverse workforce and we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities. If it is difficult for you to apply online, please contact Human Resources at or on 01932 425516 who will be able to assist you.

For an informal chat about this role please contact Prince Frank, Principal Engineer on 07407790031 or .

Closing Date: 13th July 2023 11:59pm

Interview Date(s): 20th July 2023

If you do not hear from us within two weeks from the closing date you have not been successful on this occasion. Thank you for considering Runnymede Borough Council.

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How to Apply

Please apply by clicking the \'Apply Now\' button below. Full information, including the , Person Specification and other details about Runnymede Borough Council, is available in the Extra Information attachment.

If it is difficult for you to apply online please contact us at Human Resources, Runnymede Borough Council, Civic Centre, Station Road, Addlestone, Surrey, KT15 2AH.

Email: humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk. or Telephone: 01932 425517.

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