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A client within the Public Sector based in West Yorkshire is currently recruiting for Highways Engineer to join their major transport team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, contract position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority.
The Role
Key purpose of the role is to carry out feasibility and concept studies, public engagement and consultation, design, inspections, assessments, procurement, construction supervision and project
Management.
Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
- provide expertise and specialist knowledge in aspects of the following appropriate to the placement within the Service
- be responsible for the supervision and direction of junior members of the team in relation to the delivery of projects and activities of the service including Engineers, Technicians, Inspectors, Clerks of Works and Apprentices.
- Ensure that the Council's legal obligations as Highway Authority under the Highways Act, Road Traffic Act and other allied legislation are fulfilled.
The Candidate
To be considered for this role you will require to have a HNC/D in Civil Engineering or related discipline OR BSc (Hons) in Civil Engineer OR NVQ Level 6 in Civil Engineering OR equivalent.
It will be essential to be in experiences in the below:
- Minimum 2 years' experience in a senior capacity in a large engineering organisation.
- Demonstrate understanding in the use of technical software appropriate to the role (eg Micro Drainage, Hydro Works, AutoCAD, Aimsum, SATURN, PICADY, ARCADY, LinSig)
- Able to make practical application of traffic and road safety legislation (e.g. Highways Act 1980, Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, Road Traffic Act 1988)
The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering between 40 p/h - 43.50 p/h Umbrella Ltd. (approx. 32 -34.50 p/h PAYE)
How to Apply
If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to (url removed) or call Amy at Service Care Construction on (phone number removed) to discuss the vacancy in more detail.
Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region.
Referral Bonus
If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a 250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.
