Hours per week:37 hours
Interview date:Week commencing Monday 13th October 2025
OurHighways Asset Management team are looking for an experienced Drainage Engineer.
Our dedicated drainage team plays an essential role in enhancing Wiltshire's infrastructure.
We take pride in inspecting, maintaining, and enhancing the drainage systems on highways and land owned or managed by Wiltshire Council, providing expert technical advice to internal and external stakeholders.
About the role
As aDrainage Engineer, you will oversee the county's flood risk management and drainage improvements.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Organising and project-managing the council's initiatives
* Integrating enhancements for environmental value
* Advocating for the implementation of sustainable drainage schemes
* Perform technical drainage CCTV surveys
* Act as the emergency response contact for flooding and extreme weather incidents
About you
* A degree in civil engineering, or extensive drainage experience
* Expert technical skills regarding civil engineering with specialist knowledge of drainage and flood risk management
* Excellent communication and project management skills,
* Proven experience of dealing with the public and elected members
* Proficiency in report writing and translating technical documents
Why us?
* 26 days annual leaveplus bank holidays, rising to 31 after 5 years of continuous service
* Flexible working
* Family-friendly policies
* Local government pension scheme
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