An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Drainage Engineer to join a busy local authority client in the Manchester area.
The main duties of the experienced Drainage Engineer are:
Support the Highways and Infrastructure teams in delivering drainage and flood risk management projects.
Design, inspect, and maintain sustainable drainage systems (SuDS), culverts, sewers, and surface water networks in line with legislation and council standards.
Provide technically accurate advice and support to internal teams, contractors, and the public regarding drainage schemes.
Conduct site investigations, surveys, and feasibility assessments to inform design and maintenance decisions.
Manage and implement drainage improvement projects, ensuring compliance with statutory and environmental requirements.
Liaise effectively with residents, developers, and stakeholders to resolve issues and deliver customer-focused solutions.
Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and update management information systems for drainage schemes.
Identify issues in assigned work, recommend improvements, and support process and service enhancements.
Ensure all work complies with health & safety regulations, service level agreements, and council standards.
Commit to personal development and continuous improvement in service delivery.
Promote diversity and equality through example and fair treatment in all aspects of work.
For a full description and further information on the role, please call Harriet Simmonds at Carrington West on (phone number removed).
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location, or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Drainage & Infrastructure professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 40+ years' experience in this market. Please call Harriet at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
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