Job summary
This role is to fulfil the duty as the Lead Local Flood Authority to provide consultation responses to planning applications with regards to surface water flood risk and drainage.
Key skills required for this role
Flood Risk Engineer - Planning Applications - SUDS - Water
Important
Our client, is currently seeking a Flood Risk Engineer to join their team based in Bristol..
Job description
Key Responsibilities:
1. Fulfil the council's duty as the Lead Local Flood Authority
2. Provide consultation responses to planning applications concerning surface water flood risk and drainage
3. Track and monitor consultations from the Local Planning Authority
4. Provide responses within 21 days of receiving consultations
5. Collaborate with team members and other stakeholders to ensure effective flood risk management
6. Participate in office team days on Mondays for collaborative work
Job Requirements:
7. Experience in flood risk engineering and flood risk management
8. Strong understanding of surface water flood risk and drainage
9. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
10. Proficiency in tracking and monitoring consultation responses
11. Ability to provide timely and accurate responses within set deadlines
12. Capability to work both independently and as part of a team
13. Flexibility to work from home with occasional office days
Benefits:
14. Flexible working arrangements, including remote work
15. Opportunity to contribute to effective flood risk management
16. Collaborative and supportive team environment
If you have the expertise in flood risk engineering and are looking for a flexible contract opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
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