Senior Technician: Highway Maintenance & Civil Engineering

In this role, you will support Engineers in the design and delivery of multiple highway maintenance schemes, helping to ensure projects are completed efficiently, on time, and within budget. You'll also gain valuable hands-on experience through regular site visits across Leicestershire, offering variety and real-world engagement. If you're looking to develop your career in a team that values innovation, collaboration, and making a positive impact - this could be the role for you.

• BTEC Higher / NVQ level 4 in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Evidence of continued learning and development or experience.
• Working in an engineering setting, in relation to design, management, maintenance or construction processes.
• Working as part of a team on civil engineering or highway maintenance projects.
• Undertaking measurements of work, checking submitted accounts and monitoring budgets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, liaising with members of the public and other stakeholders.
• Good knowledge of current highway design standards, construction techniques, or maintenance standards.
• Good knowledge of CDM 2015, primarily duty holder's responsibilities.
• Good IT skills, including use of CAD software and ability to learn the use of service specific systems and software.

In addition, we also expect you to share and deliver accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability.

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part-time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below.

Join a high-performing maintenance team shaping the future of highways in Leicestershire. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Technician to become part of our dynamic Engineering Services team at Leicestershire County Council. As a key member of our forward-thinking team, you'll work alongside motivated and supportive professionals who are passionate about delivering high-quality highway maintenance schemes such as carriageway and footway resurfacing, Vehicle Restraint upgrades to surface treatments and innovative highway improvements. We are committed to achieving exceptional value for money while leading the way in innovation, sustainability, and carbon reduction in construction. Our Maintenance team is at the forefront of modern practices, with a strong track record of integrating recycled materials and innovative construction techniques to reduce both costs and environmental impact.

At Leicestershire County Council, we're committed to making a real difference in people's lives. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone. Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. Whether you're starting your career or looking for your next challenge, you'll find a place with us where your ideas are valued, and your work has purpose.