Senior Structures Technician (SWTRA)
Job reference: REQ05889
Date posted: 04/09/2026
Application closing date: 30/09/2026
Location: The Quays
Salary: Total Reward Package starting from £40,137
- £42,137 inc. possible overtime (Subject to being a member of the local pension scheme)
Package includes:
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Local Government Pension Scheme with 15.3% employer contributions
- Discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure
- Excellent development opportunities
Contractual hours: 37
Basis: Full time
Job category/type: South Wales Trunk Road Agent (SWTRA)
About SWTRA
At SWTRA, we help create a road network that connects people and places in a safer, greener and more reliable way. We work on projects across South Wales that address some of the country's most critical challenges. From complex infrastructure, increasing transport needs, and climate changes, we combine innovation, expertise, and technology to make South Wales a better place to live, work and visit. You can contribute to work that will have a lasting positive impact on your local community with an organisation where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We are committed to fostering a work environment that is supportive, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunities for growth. We would be very happy to consider your application to join our skilled, enthusiastic and friendly team.
Responsibilities
You will be required to lead on the planning, delivery and reporting of the highway structures General Inspection programme across the South Wales Trunk Road Network. Also to assist in the delivery of Principal Inspections and structures maintenance schemes, including the routine cyclic programme.
Additional Information
We are offering a permanent, full-time role (37 hours per week) based at The Quays, Baglan (Neath Port Talbot) or Coryton (Cardiff) with flexible hybrid working 2 days a week in the office.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh; applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and armed forces veterans.
In support of employees of Tata Steel who are at risk of redundancy, or have been made redundant in 2024, Neath Port Talbot Council is offering a guaranteed interview for jobs across the Council. Applicants must meet the essential criteria for the post to qualify for this. If you are or going to be affected by the job losses at Tata Steel, then we would welcome an application from you. Just make it known on your application form that you are currently at risk of redundancy or you have been made redundant.
At Team NPT, we all work together to serve the people, communities and businesses of Neath Port Talbot.
We are committed to providing training opportunities and the professional development of all our employees.
We look forward to welcoming you to Team NPT.
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Senior Structures Technician (SWTRA) in Cardiff employer: Tata Steel
Tata Steel UK is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at the Port Talbot facility where innovation meets tradition in heavy industry. Employees benefit from a strong focus on professional development, competitive remuneration, and a collaborative culture that values safety and efficiency. With opportunities for growth and a commitment to sustainability, Tata Steel UK stands out as a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in engineering.
