At a Glance
- Tasks: Create and update CAD drawings for innovative transport projects that enhance community mobility.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking Council committed to climate and transport ambitions.
- Benefits: Flexible work-life balance, competitive pay, and diverse workplace culture.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a visible impact on local streets and promote sustainable travel solutions.
- Qualifications: Proficient in AutoCAD/Civil 3D with experience in civil engineering CAD deliverables.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
We are seeking enthusiastic and forward‑thinking people to join our Design & Projects Team at a pivotal moment. Following several retirements and internal promotions, we are expanding our capacity that will help the Council meet its climate and transport ambitions.
About the Team
Every journey in our area starts on streets we shape. In the Design & Projects Team, engineers and project staff work to turn policy into projects that change how people move—creating safer crossings and junctions for all users, building new walking and inclusive wheeling routes, improved facilities for bus users, and putting in place measures so sustainable travel becomes the easy, natural choice. If you want your work to be visible on the ground and valued by the community, this is the place where you’ll feel it every day.
About the Role
Produce, maintain and update accurate 2D and 3D CAD drawings and as‑built records for highways infrastructure projects (roads, cycleways, footways, drainage, signage etc) to support the wider design team and process to a specified standard whilst maintaining quality checks and version control. Provide technical support to engineers and contractors during design reviews, site works and handover.
About You
These roles sit at the heart of the Council’s commitment to tackle the Climate and Ecological Emergency and achieve carbon neutrality by 2030. We are looking for people who are passionate about designing streets and places that prioritise active and sustainable travel.
- Proficient in AutoCAD and / or Civil 3D (or AutoCAD + specialist civil plugins); experience with MicroStation or Revit is advantageous.
- Minimum NVQ Level 3/City & Guilds or equivalent in CAD/Civil Engineering or proven practical experience (typically 2+ years) producing highways or civil engineering CAD deliverables within the UK highways sector.
- Strong understanding of civil/highways drafting standards, UK coordinate systems (OSGB36/ETRS89), topographic models, and basic highway engineering geometry models (X-refs).
- Good attention to detail, file management, and ability to produce accurate, constructible drawings to tight deadlines.
- Effective communicator and team player; liaises with engineers, surveyors, planners and contractors.
- Organised, self‑motivated, and able to prioritise multiple tasks; willingness to visit sites occasionally.
If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact Darren Barton (Design & Projects Manager) at arren_Barton@bathnes.gov.uk or call 01225395229.
Interview date: TBC
No Agencies Please.
Please note: that advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to high demand. We advise all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need.
Diversity and Inclusion
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity.
Disability Confident Employer
We are a Disability Confident Employer – find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW.
Commitment to a Diverse Workforce
The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job‑share, part‑time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
Safeguarding Statement
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.
Application Policy
Please note, BANES Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council’s at‑risk register (redeployee). This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered ahead of external applicants.
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