Overview
Do you want a role where you're recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself? Interested in joining a great organisation with an employee offer and experience that rivals others? Are you looking for a new challenge? If so, please keep reading as you're just what we're looking for!
About the team
The Built and Natural Environment Team is a multi-disciplinary team packed with professional officers providing advice on Transport, Urban Design, Ecology, Trees, Drainage, Heritage and Contaminated Land.
About the role
The Council is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced person, specialising in Sustainable Urban Drainage (SuDS), to join its multi-disciplinary Built and Natural Environment Team. In the role you will provide expert advice and technical support to a wide range of Council services. Fundamentally you will be providing comments and advice on proposed new developments. You will act as a strong advocate for SuDS both within the Council and when dealing with external partners, applicants and the public.
Qualifications and experience
You must be educated to degree level in either Environmental Management, Geography, Engineering, Hydrology or other relevant discipline or alternatively hold incorporated engineer status. You will be technically competent in your knowledge of SuDS, hydrology, hydraulics and geomorphology relevant to drainage and flood risk. An understanding of statutory duties, SuDS in new developments, responsibilities and powers in relation to SuDS flood risk management, surface water management and adoption procedures is essential. An understanding of Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) will be considered. A full UK driving licence is required for this role. You will also be required to have relevant experience using or interpreting outputs from drainage software packages such as MicroDrainage and Causeway Flow. An understanding and use of Computer Aided Design (CAD) as well as providing technical advice in relation to surface water and sustainable drainage on development proposals. Knowledge of statutory duties, responsibilities and powers in relation to SuDS flood risk management, surface water management and adoption procedures, as well as working in a flood risk management, landscape, highway or civil engineering environment is also essential.
What we offer
* Salary: £39,152 to £48,226 per annum
* Employer contribution to pension
* Annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per year (pro-rata for part-time), rising to 32, with up to 10 additional days available to buy
* Flexi time scheme (subject to management approval and business needs), up to 26 days per year
* Hybrid working arrangements
* Workforce Development with opportunities for learning and career progression
* Health and wellbeing support and cycle to work scheme
* Discounted leisure facilities through partner arrangements
* Access to VIVUP discounts platform
Gateshead Council values its employees and offers a supportive environment. We engage with partners and contract services to deliver high-quality outcomes for the community.
How to apply
It's time to apply. Please read the full Job Profile via the provided link to ensure you meet the essential criteria as set out in the profile before applying.
#J-18808-Ljbffr