Job Introduction
The team is multi-disciplinary, covering planned and reactive maintenance of carriageways, footways, drainage etc. along with safety and condition inspections and overall highway asset management.
We are looking for a Senior Engineer to join our dedicated team in the Department of Place. This role is an opportunity to make a real difference in our vibrant and diverse city.
The main responsibilities of this role:
- Reporting to the Principal Engineer, you will be responsible for managing a team of three Inspectors. You will lead on the planning, procurement and supervision of carriageway, footway, drainage, etc. repairs and improvements, and associated surveys and assessments.
- You will be responsible for managing specified budget allocations and ensuring compliance with best engineering principles and Codes of Practice, whilst having due regard to health & safety.
- You will be required to undertake some work outside normal office hours, including nights, weekends and Bank Holidays and to participate in emergency and winter standby arrangements.
- You must have the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders both internal and external to the Authority and be an ‘innovative’ thinker who can enhance our team and the Highway Maintenance function.
If you are interested in joining our team and would like some further information, please contact Andy Fisher on 01535 618297 or email andy.fisher@bradford.gov.uk.
Equal Opportunities
We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re-assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age. And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants.
The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.
