Westmorland and Furness Council is looking to appoint a Drainage Technician to support the delivery of our highway drainage programme within the Highways Operations Team. This plays a key role in maintaining and improving the condition of the drainage network acrossthe area. A successful candidate will assist with the management of the gully cleansing programme, help investigate and resolve drainage defects and support the implementation of asset management systems. The role includes working alongside contractors, supporting compliance with the Council’s Highways Gully Cleaning & Maintenance Code of Practice, and contributing to the accurate recording and tracking of drainage assets and issues using digital tools.
Who we are looking for…
This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a specialised area of highways operations while contributing directly to service delivery, public safety, and environmental protection. The Drainage Technician will help build technical capacity within the team, improve responsiveness to drainage issues, and strengthen the Council’s ability to meet statutory duties under the Highways Act. By supporting the adoption of digital systems and enhancing data accuracy, the role plays a critical part in shaping a more efficient, proactive drainage service. This position also offers career development potential and supports wider operational needs, including winter and out-of-hours duties, making it an ideal role for someone looking to grow within a dynamic and forward-looking highways service.
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 (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)
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
If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about this opportunity, then please contact Justin Denny on Justin.Denny@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 25/08/2025
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.
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Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
estmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
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