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Job details
Job reference
REQ
Date posted
21/08/2025
Application closing date
06/10/2025
Location
KENDAL
Salary
£42,839 - £44,075
Package
Contractual hours
37
Basis
Full time
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Bridge Engineer - WMF2219e
Job description
Location: Kendal
Contract Type: Permanent
About this opportunity
We are currently seeking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Bridge Engineer to join our Bridges and Structures team based in Kendal. You will be a key member of our team responsible for the inspection, assessment, maintenance and improvement of some 1800 structures including many historic highway bridges, culverts, retaining walls, sea walls and cattle grids.
Who we are looking for…
You will be responsible for commissioning, managing and overseeing works associated with the improvement and maintenance of our structures while also monitoring and reporting on progress of projects and work programmes, including contribution to our long-term strategic planning.
The ideal candidates will be proactive, flexible, self-motivated and have relevant experience of bridge and structures maintenance and strengthening to national standard. They will have knowledge of the application of technical standards, specifications, guidelines, regulations and legislation relating to bridgeworks.
What can we offer you
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers )
Would you like to find out more?
For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:
* Post Specification
* Role Profile
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 06/10/2025
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