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Senior/Principal Engineer
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- £41.2K–£48.7K
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Want to work on projects that keep communities connected, enhance road safety and protect one of the county's most valuable assets?
From developing and delivering carriageway resurfacing programmes and footway improvements to managing structural maintenance schemes and supporting asset management priorities, this is an opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and improving the highway network across West Sussex while developing your engineering career.
About The Job
Salary: £41,177 to £48,738 per annum.
Location: Your office base will be in Chichester; hybrid working, currently two days in the office.
Contract type: Permanent.
Working pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week. With flexible working arrangements to be discussed.
Annual leave: 27 to 30 days + bank holidays ( 35 to 38 days total).
At West Sussex County Council, we're delivering a significant programme of highway maintenance and asset management works that make a real difference to residents, businesses and visitors every day.
Our Carriageways & Footways Team is responsible for maintaining and improving the county's highway infrastructure, helping to ensure our roads, footways and other highway assets remain safe, resilient and fit for the future. Through a planned and data-led approach to asset management, we deliver programmes of structural maintenance that provide long-term value for our communities.
We're looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Engineer or Principal Engineer to join our highly skilled and collaborative team. You'll work alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about delivering high-quality engineering solutions and supporting colleagues to develop their technical expertise, professional qualifications and careers.
Qualifications
We're committed to developing our people and actively support professional and career development through mentoring, technical training and assistance towards professional qualifications and chartership through organisations such as:
What you'll be doing
As part of our Carriageways & Footways Team, you'll play a leading role in delivering programmes of highway maintenance and asset management works across West Sussex.
You'll provide engineering expertise to develop and deliver carriageway and footway improvement programmes, using asset management principles to identify priorities and specify cost-effective maintenance solutions. Working closely with contractors, consultants and stakeholders, you'll ensure schemes are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with contractual requirements and industry standards.
The role combines office-based engineering work with site-based activities, including inspections, investigations and scheme delivery across the county. You'll work closely with councillors, residents, parish and district councils, utility companies and internal teams, providing technical advice and ensuring excellent customer service throughout project delivery.
You'll also support the management of contracts, budgets and programme delivery, helping to ensure investment in the highway network achieves the best possible outcomes for residents and road users.
For Principal Engineer appointments, there will be additional opportunities to:
From developing and delivering carriageway resurfacing programmes and footway improvements to managing structural maintenance schemes and supporting asset management priorities, this is an opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and improving the highway network across West Sussex while developing your engineering career.
About The Job
Salary: £41,177 to £48,738 per annum.
Location: Your office base will be in Chichester; hybrid working, currently two days in the office.
Contract type: Permanent.
Working pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week. With flexible working arrangements to be discussed.
Annual leave: 27 to 30 days + bank holidays ( 35 to 38 days total).
At West Sussex County Council, we're delivering a significant programme of highway maintenance and asset management works that make a real difference to residents, businesses and visitors every day.
Our Carriageways & Footways Team is responsible for maintaining and improving the county's highway infrastructure, helping to ensure our roads, footways and other highway assets remain safe, resilient and fit for the future. Through a planned and data-led approach to asset management, we deliver programmes of structural maintenance that provide long-term value for our communities.
We're looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Engineer or Principal Engineer to join our highly skilled and collaborative team. You'll work alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about delivering high-quality engineering solutions and supporting colleagues to develop their technical expertise, professional qualifications and careers.
Qualifications
We're committed to developing our people and actively support professional and career development through mentoring, technical training and assistance towards professional qualifications and chartership through organisations such as:
- Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
- Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT)
- Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE)
What you'll be doing
As part of our Carriageways & Footways Team, you'll play a leading role in delivering programmes of highway maintenance and asset management works across West Sussex.
You'll provide engineering expertise to develop and deliver carriageway and footway improvement programmes, using asset management principles to identify priorities and specify cost-effective maintenance solutions. Working closely with contractors, consultants and stakeholders, you'll ensure schemes are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with contractual requirements and industry standards.
The role combines office-based engineering work with site-based activities, including inspections, investigations and scheme delivery across the county. You'll work closely with councillors, residents, parish and district councils, utility companies and internal teams, providing technical advice and ensuring excellent customer service throughout project delivery.
You'll also support the management of contracts, budgets and programme delivery, helping to ensure investment in the highway network achieves the best possible outcomes for residents and road users.
For Principal Engineer appointments, there will be additional opportunities to:
- Act as the lead engineer within your specialist area.
- Provide expert advice on complex technical and asset management issues.
- Mentor and develop engineers and technicians across the team.
- Deputise for the Team Leader when required.
- Contribute to service planning, innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Help shape the future direction of highway maintenance and asset management across West Sussex.
What we need from you
We're looking for people who combine strong technical knowledge with a practical, customer-focused approach and a passion for delivering excellent public services.
You'll Bring
We recognise that great candidates don't always meet every requirement. If you're excited by the role and believe you can make a positive contribution, we'd encourage you to apply.
Please ensure you review the key skills and qualifications outlined in the attached job description and demonstrate you meet these in your application.
Grade 10 Senior Engineer
Grade 11 Principal Engineer
Whether you're already operating at Principal Engineer level or looking to take the next step in your engineering career, this is an excellent opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of highway maintenance projects, develop your expertise in asset management and help maintain and improve West Sussex's highway network for future generations.
What we offer
As well as helping to maintain and improve West Sussex's highway network for the benefit of residents, businesses and visitors, you'll be joining an organisation that recognises its people are its greatest asset.
Benefits
We're committed to creating an environment where you can thrive professionally, develop your skills and build a rewarding long-term career. In return for your expertise and commitment, we offer an excellent range of benefits, including:
We're looking for people who combine strong technical knowledge with a practical, customer-focused approach and a passion for delivering excellent public services.
You'll Bring
- Experience delivering highway maintenance, highways engineering or civil engineering projects.
- Knowledge of highway asset management, carriageway and footway maintenance techniques and relevant highways standards and procedures.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to make sound engineering decisions.
- Experience managing consultants, contractors and externally delivered works.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- The ability to explain complex technical matters clearly to a wide range of audiences.
- Experience managing budgets, programmes or projects within a technical environment.
- A collaborative approach and commitment to supporting colleagues and sharing knowledge.
- A customer-focused mindset and dedication to delivering high-quality outcomes for local communities.
We recognise that great candidates don't always meet every requirement. If you're excited by the role and believe you can make a positive contribution, we'd encourage you to apply.
Please ensure you review the key skills and qualifications outlined in the attached job description and demonstrate you meet these in your application.
Grade 10 Senior Engineer
Grade 11 Principal Engineer
Whether you're already operating at Principal Engineer level or looking to take the next step in your engineering career, this is an excellent opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of highway maintenance projects, develop your expertise in asset management and help maintain and improve West Sussex's highway network for future generations.
What we offer
As well as helping to maintain and improve West Sussex's highway network for the benefit of residents, businesses and visitors, you'll be joining an organisation that recognises its people are its greatest asset.
Benefits
We're committed to creating an environment where you can thrive professionally, develop your skills and build a rewarding long-term career. In return for your expertise and commitment, we offer an excellent range of benefits, including:
- An excellent Local Government Pension Scheme with substantial employer contributions.
- Generous annual leave entitlement of 27 to 30 days, plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance.
- A strong commitment to professional development, technical training and support towards professional qualifications and chartership.
- Coaching, mentoring and career development opportunities.
- Family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption and dependency leave.
- Opportunities to get involved in volunteering and community initiatives.
- Access to West Sussex Choices, our employee benefits platform, offering hundreds of discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, fitness and leisure activities.
- A comprehensive range of health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and voluntary Health Cash Plans.
A full list of benefits can be found at our Rewards and Benefits page.
Further information and how to apply
The reference number for this role is 396
For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Chris Whiting: chris.whiting@westsussex.gov.uk
For issues or queries regarding your application please contact hrrecruitment@westsussex.gov.uk
To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and Cover Letter. In your cover letter please outline your motivations for applying and explain the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please ensure you refer to the key skills and qualifications in the attached Job Description/Role Profile). Also, please ensure that any gaps in your employment are covered in your CV. Please save the Job Description/Role Profile attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to 3 years of satisfactory references and health check.
Equity, inclusion, accessibility and diversity is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all cultures, ethnicities, identities, backgrounds and lived experiences, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.
Any candidates wishing to apply for this position, who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on the gov.uk website.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our application help page.
Further information and how to apply
The reference number for this role is 396
For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Chris Whiting: chris.whiting@westsussex.gov.uk
For issues or queries regarding your application please contact hrrecruitment@westsussex.gov.uk
To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and Cover Letter. In your cover letter please outline your motivations for applying and explain the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please ensure you refer to the key skills and qualifications in the attached Job Description/Role Profile). Also, please ensure that any gaps in your employment are covered in your CV. Please save the Job Description/Role Profile attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to 3 years of satisfactory references and health check.
Equity, inclusion, accessibility and diversity is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all cultures, ethnicities, identities, backgrounds and lived experiences, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.
Any candidates wishing to apply for this position, who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on the gov.uk website.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our application help page.
