Assistant Drainage Officer
Job description
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Assistant Drainage Officer to join the Highway & Drainage Services section. This is a permanent, full-time role based at The Quays, Baglan, offering a competitive salary of £32,654 to £36,124 per annum (Grade 7), with a 37-hour working week.
In this role, you will lead investigations into drainage and surface water flooding in line with the Flood and Water Management Act 2010. You will be responsible for managing and analysing data using GIS systems to maintain the Flood Risk and Drainage Asset Register, supervising minor engineering works, and overseeing two site survey staff. You will also support the delivery of drainage capital and revenue programmes, contribute to the Flood Risk Management Strategy and Plan, and liaise with internal teams, councillors, and the public to resolve drainage issues effectively and professionally.
We are looking for candidates with a Level 4 qualification in Civil Engineering, Geography, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. You should have a strong understanding of drainage legislation and maintenance practices, excellent communication and IT skills, and the ability to work independently and navigate challenging terrain. A full UK driving licence and the ability to travel throughout the County Borough are essential.
Join a team that is connected, collaborative, caring, and confident about the future.
Your workstyle in this role will require you to work from a fixed workplace.
About us:
We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues efforts and achievements. We also believe that there is life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need.
Choose to work for us and you will be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support to help you live your best life.
1. Hybrid working (in some roles) and flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance
2. Benefit from a competitive employee package with a remarkable 22.4% employer pension contribution
3. Enjoy a holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years service (not forgetting the additional 8 bank holidays too)
4. Access discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure
5. Utilise the cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment
6. Purchase a new car through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme
7. Enjoy exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app through our staff wellbeing group.
If you would like to start a rewarding career with a company that values and invests in its employees and you have the necessary experience and qualifications, this could be your dream job and we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion,