Senior Engineer – Flood Authority

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Full time
Location: Widnes
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Job offered by: Connect2Halton
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Category: IT & Technology
Halton Borough Council is looking for a dedicated and experienced Senior Engineer - Flood Risk Management to join our forward-thinking team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the safety, sustainability, and compliance of flood risk and drainage management projects across the borough.

Key Responsibilities

Development and Implementation of Schemes

Design, procure, and supervise land drainage improvement and maintenance schemes implemented by developers and contractors. Develop and implement flood risk and coastal erosion management schemes aligned with the Council's strategies and capital programmes. Undertake bid writing for the service and support colleagues in preparing funding bids as required.Flood Risk Management Strategy

Support the preparation, development, and delivery of the Council's Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management Strategy and associated plans. Undertake investigations, studies, and designs that contribute to the Council's flood management policies, strategies, and guidance for developers. Ensure all flood risk management activities comply with current standards, legislation, and best practices.Consultation and Evaluation

Provide expert advice as part of the Council's statutory role as Lead Local Flood Authority and consultee. Assess and evaluate flood risk and sustainable drainage proposals submitted by developers. Liaise with stakeholders, elected members, and the public regarding flood risk and drainage-related schemes.Programme Management and Leadership

Prepare feasibility studies, estimates, project plans, and reports to support the Council's service programmes. Manage procurement processes, including the supervision of consultants and contractors, ensuring compliance with Council policies and legislation. Supervise scheme implementation, acting as Works Supervisor when required.Emergency Response and Additional Duties

Provide out-of-hours cover for highway emergencies and winter maintenance services. Represent the Council at meetings, hearings, and court on flood risk and drainage matters.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline. Chartered or working towards membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., ICE, CIWEM). Proven experience in flood risk management, drainage design, and land drainage improvement. Strong knowledge of legislation and guidance related to flood risk and drainage, including the Flood and Water Management Act. Exceptional project management skills, with experience managing budgets and programmes. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

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