Are you an experienced Engineer looking for a new challenge within a dynamic and forward-thinking local authority? West Berkshire Council are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Engineer to work within our busy Asset Management team.
Do you have the skills to fill this role Read the complete details below, and make your application today.
Reporting to the Principal Engineer, you will contribute to the delivery of asset management activities withinthe Environment service with specific responsibility for Highway Structures.
The Role / Ideal Candidate
Our Highway Structures Team are looking for highly motivated and technically strong Senior Engineer to be involved in the delivery of challenging bridge design and maintenance schemes. We have a great team environment, and we support and develop our engineers, so they are continuously developing their skills.
Working in the Highway Structures Team, you will take autonomy of your own work and be responsible for all aspects of the project whether this is a bridge assessment, maintenance, strengthening or replacement scheme. You should have a thorough understanding of structural behaviour and the application of relevant design and assessment standards. Knowledge of construction methods and contract procedures would be an advantage.
We are maintaining over 588 structures of all types of structural form, from single or multi span brick arches to modern steel and reinforced concrete bridges and retaining walls. Future work will include inspection for assessment, structural assessments, strengthening and replacement schemes to ensure all our structures remain open to highway users and in a serviceable condition.
In addition, we provide technical support to external clients, developers, contractors, and other local authorities.
West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:
* Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of
* Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office
* Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
* Generous Local Government pension scheme
* Family friendly policies
* A range of local discounts
* Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
* You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 29 days per annum (plus public holidays). Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years service.
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. xcswzye Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.