Southend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.

Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work life balance. As a Unitary Authority we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.

We are looking for Assistant Engineer (x3) to join the Highways & Coastal – Project Delivery team on a full time and permanent basis. This contract is offered on a hybrid basis which is a combination of attending office, working from home and regular site visits (as and when required).

As an Assistant Engineer, you will support engineers with the technical execution of design and engineering activities on a variety of engineering projects, including feasibility studies, consultations, site inspections, surveys, contract administration duties, reporting and technical queries. You will assist with the preparation of committee reports, accompany senior officers attending meetings with ward councillors and other external bodies. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders during the progression of schemes. You will work within the Project Delivery Team (Highways & Coastal) responsible for Highway Design, Traffic Management/Regulations, Road Safety, Structures, Flood Risk and Coastal Protection.

This role will report to Senior Engineers and will be required to support the design, delivery and monitoring of highway and coastal projects delivered in accordance with the Council’s strategies and policies, to time and budget.

To be successful in this role, the ability to use a variety of IT packages to undertake surveys, designs and other technical assessments including AutoCad, Civils 3D/MX or similar and InfoDrainage is essential. Previous experience of assisting engineers and senior engineers with the management of resources such as time, financial, contract and project management is essential. Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to build and maintain effective internal and external working relationships is crucial for this role.

Your application will not be considered if you do not have one of the following:

• ONC/BTEC+ in civil engineering / highways / or related discipline.
• Student or Graduate Engineer Membership of (or working towards) a professional body and 2+ years’ experience.
• Equivalent knowledge and experience of working within at least one relevant field (Highways Design/Maintenance, Traffic Management, Road Safety or Parking)

When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the "Why Work For Us?" tab.

If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply online' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

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Please note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to.

The Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications, regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief.