Do you have an interest in pursuing a career within engineering? If yes, then this is a great opportunity to build your career with an organisation which will train and invest in you.
About the role
About SCC and ETI
Surrey County Council (SCC) is responsible for several local public services in Surrey. The Environment, Transport and Infrastructure (ETI) directorate within SCC is responsible for a wide range of services including highways, transport, planning, countryside and waste management. These services are critical for people living, working and travelling through Surrey, delivered by the county council or in partnership.
About the Team
We are setting up a new team to carry out the Bridge Inspections throughout the County, you will be the lead of the team evolving and making this area of the business effective and efficient
The role is part of the Infrastructure Team within the Network and Asset Management Group comprises of 17 staff who are responsible for influencing and embedding the Highways Asset Strategy as it relates to the management of structures, drainage and VRS assets and translating the Asset Strategy into an annual works programme. The Infrastructure Schemes Team works in collaboration with its private sector delivery partner to design and commission works and is also responsible for planning and carrying out Bridge Inspections on 1,200 structures, the role also has an involvement with structures owned by other organisations such as Network Rail and Highways England.
About the role
Lead Team carrying out Inspections and Surveys to Structures and Assets on the Network
About you
This is an exciting challenge for a individual with strong interpersonal skills in the Highways and Structures sector. To be shortlisted for an interview for this position, your application and supporting statement will clearly evidence:
- Experience of working within Highways and Structures Inspection Teams
- An ability to work on own and be a good performing team player
- Flexibility to work as the job demands
The successful candidate will be appointed on a grade and salary depending on skills, abilities, qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will benefit from training, mentoring.
We can offer you:
- A healthy work-life balance; Flexible working is supported where possible, including working from home or from one of the hot desking facilities at a number of County Council sites.
- A laptop and mobile will be supplied if applicable to your role.
- 26 days annual leave (rising to 28 after the completion of 2 years’ service)
- A generous local government salary-related pension
For more information please refer to the job description below.
Additional information
Contact details
For more information on this role please review the Job Descriptions attached to the bottom of this advert before applying. For further discussion prior to applying please contact the Hiring Manager by email Lloyd.allen@surreycc.gov.uk
Closing date for applications: 27th November at 23:59
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