Engineer, Whitehill Service Centre, 509.105 - WEL10913 in Bathgate

36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Permanent

Are you looking for a career with an employer who offers a generous package of terms and conditions and promotes work-life balance and wellbeing amongst its employees? With a generous annual leave entitlement and access to a variety of flexible working options and initiatives, West Lothian Council could be the place for you.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Flood Risk Management team. You will work with a variety of partners, customers, and clients on the delivery of a professional service that maximises resources and delivers positive outcomes.

Working within the Flood Risk Management Team, the postholder will assist the Senior Engineer in the delivery of the team's functions and contribute to the implementation of the Council's flood risk management responsibilities. The postholder will take responsibility for the management and delivery of allocated flood risk projects, investigations and improvement works, working with internal and external technical specialists as required.

Requirements

• Manage projects from initial identification through to completion;
• Develop project briefs, programmes, budgets and procurement strategies;
• Commission and manage consultants and contractors;
• Coordinate technical investigations, surveys, modelling, design and construction activities;
• Interpret technical information and provide informed recommendations;
• Prepare reports and recommendations for Council management and committees;
• Engage with communities, elected members, landowners and other stakeholders;
• Provide technical advice on flood risk and water-related matters;
• Monitor project progress, expenditure, risks and performance;
• Support the Council's response to flooding incidents and wider flood risk management activities.

The postholder will be required to work with a high degree of autonomy, exercise professional judgement and manage competing priorities. The role will involve working closely with Council services, consultants, contractors, Scottish Government, SEPA, Scottish Water, neighbouring local authorities, landowners, communities and other external organisations to identify and manage flood risk and deliver effective, sustainable and proportionate solutions.

You will support the development and implementation of an asset management approach for flood risk management assets, including maintaining appropriate asset information, assessing condition and risk, prioritising maintenance and improvement works, and developing forward programmes of investment.

You will be expected to prepare responses in respect of development planning proposals, planning applications, policies and plans in relation to flood risk, drainage and watercourses having regard to the National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4), relevant SEPA guidance, flood risk assessment requirements and the vulnerability of proposed land uses.

A background in civil engineering, environmental engineering, flood risk management or a related technical discipline would be beneficial; however, the key requirement is demonstrable experience and competence in managing flood risk and/or infrastructure projects, including taking due account of relevant H&S legislation, codes of practice and initiatives.

You must be able to demonstrate proven experience of developing successful working relationships with contractors and professional service providers and in NEC contract management. Ideally, you will have demonstrable experience in asset management, and budgetary experience including preparation, monitoring and control arrangements.

You will be business and customer focused with a demonstrable record of identifying opportunities, achieving outcomes, managing change, and exercising strong leadership skills. You will be self-motivated with a flexible and collaborative approach to work and have the ability to cope with multiple and changing demands whilst meeting tight deadlines.

You will also have a sound understanding and knowledge of flood risk management. With excellent organisational and IT skills, you will be able to utilise various Microsoft Office packages and AutoCAD software, and be a clear written and verbal communicator, with the ability to analyse information and produce reports.

You will be joining a dynamic and flexible team within Roads and Transportation, who currently operate a hybrid model of homeworking and office-based work within West Lothian. You will be required to travel throughout West Lothian to undertake the duties of this post, so a full driving licence is essential.

Working Pattern: Monday - Thursday: 08:30am - 16:30pm, Friday: 08:30am - 16:00pm

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

For further information please contact Graeme.burton@westlothian.gov.uk. Information on working here at West Lothian Council can be found within the Recruitment Pack.