At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver projects that maintain and improve Newcastle's highway network.
- Company: Join a dedicated team making a real difference in the community.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, flexible hours, generous holidays, and a solid pension scheme.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Be part of impactful projects that enhance everyday life for residents.
- Qualifications: Passionate about engineering with skills in project management and collaboration.
The predicted salary is between 40777 - 45091 £ per year.
Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Salary: £40,777- £45,091 per annum
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (37 hours per week)
Closing Date: 8 of September 2026
We are looking for an Engineer to deliver projects that maintain and improve our highway network. Our network of roads, footpaths, and cycleways is an essential part of everyone's lives. It helps people access things like work, learning, essential services, and leisure activities. We are responsible for over 1,049 km of roads, 1,597 km of footpaths and cycleways, and many other assets including:
- 470 structures
- 361 traffic signals
- 15,000 signs
About You
We want a passionate and self-motivated person to join our Highway Design and Maintenance team. You will work on a variety of schemes from capital investment projects, where you will be responsible for the design and construction of new highway infrastructure projects, to delivering schemes as part of our highway maintenance programme. You will work individually, and as part of a team, to manage the delivery of projects. We will expect you to deliver projects professionally, safely, to budget, and on time. Our projects require extensive collaboration, so you will need the ability to interact and communicate effectively with partners, stakeholders, and our residents.
Do you have the skills and experience outlined in the job description and person specification? Are you ready to make a real difference to Newcastle? We will consider applications from civil engineers and other relevant disciplines.
Perks
We can offer an excellent range of benefits, which include these, and more:
- Hybrid Working: You will work some of your time at the Civic Centre in the heart of Newcastle and you can work some of your time at home.
- Flexible Hours: You can balance work and life with the freedom to work between 7 am and 7 pm, Monday to Friday and you can build up to two additional days leave each month.
- Holidays: You will get 25 days leave, increasing to 29 days after five years, and 8 public holidays. You can also choose to take additional leave.
- Pension: You will benefit from the Local Government Pension Scheme, one of the biggest and best occupational pension schemes in the UK.
Grade 5 Highway Maintenance Engineer employer: Newcastle City Council
Newcastle City Learning (NCL) is an excellent employer that values communication and creativity, offering a supportive work environment where your contributions directly impact the community's educational landscape. With a commitment to employee growth and development, NCL provides opportunities for skill enhancement while fostering a culture of collaboration and respect. Working at either the Heaton Centre or Westgate College, you will enjoy a dynamic atmosphere that prioritises the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, ensuring that your role is both meaningful and rewarding.
