Highways Engineer Planned Maintenance
Posted 13 hours 32 minutes ago by Old Moat
Permanent
Full Time
Maintenance Jobs
Lancashire, Manchester, United Kingdom, M21 0
Job Description
About The Role
2 x Vacancies
Working Hours: 35 Hours per week
Contract Type: 2 xFull-Time, Permanent (x2)
Additional Payments: Casual Car User Allowance
Closing Date: 30 April 2025
Closing time: 11.59pm
Interview Method: In Person (Face to Face)
This role is subject to -
2 References - where possible we require 3 years' employment history.
Qualification -Must have HNC / HND or equivalent and extensive demonstrable experience in Highways Maintenance.
Casual Car Documentation - The successful candidate will be a designated Casual Car User which means that car journeys may be necessary on an occasional basis, but are not essential to the role. If you
The Highways Planned Maintenance Team is responsible for the design, programming and delivery of the MCC's planned maintenance of carriageways and footways. Typically, the annual budget is circa £14m with works spread over around 450 sites. The works comprise a mixture of reconstruction, resurfacing and preventative treatments and candidates for the available posts will need extensive and detailed knowledge of the materials, site works and techniques associated with all these processes.
For an informal discussion, please contact the hiring manager, Paul Swann , to arrange a convenient time to discuss the role.
About the Candidate
Reporting to the Team Leader, Engineers need extensive knowledge and experience of highway maintenance and are required who have the ability to carry out the following activities with minimum supervision:
• Leading in the identification and prioritisation of an annual highways maintenance carriageway and footway programme of work.
• Checking and validating Gaist roadscape intelligence to inform the initial draft list of schemes.
• Designing individual maintenance schemes including their proposed treatments, i.e. resurfacing, reconstruction or surface treatment (microasphalt / surface dressing) and producing estimated costs.
• Developing detailed delivery programmes and associated traffic management proposals and then working with contractors to ensure the successful delivery of the programmes on site.
• Checking works during construction, giving instructions to contractors and sign off of works and valuations upon completion.
You will demonstrate excellent communication skills, analytical and organisational skills. It is important that you can work confidently with financial data when making decisions. You should have knowledge of contract and programme management.
About Us
We're the local council for one of the UK's most vibrant and diverse cities.
Working for Manchester isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it's strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you'll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.
Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city - a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours:
At Manchester City Council, we're dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.
Support During the Process
We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the minimum shortlisting requirement s for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below :
We're a Disability Confident Employer, offering:
What we will need from you if you're successful
In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement ofemployment.This is not arole we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.
Pre-Employment Checks
If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you've applied for. As a guide, these checks may include:
Other relevant information
We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we'll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.
For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached.
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2 x Vacancies
Working Hours: 35 Hours per week
Contract Type: 2 xFull-Time, Permanent (x2)
Additional Payments: Casual Car User Allowance
Closing Date: 30 April 2025
Closing time: 11.59pm
Interview Method: In Person (Face to Face)
This role is subject to -
2 References - where possible we require 3 years' employment history.
Qualification -Must have HNC / HND or equivalent and extensive demonstrable experience in Highways Maintenance.
Casual Car Documentation - The successful candidate will be a designated Casual Car User which means that car journeys may be necessary on an occasional basis, but are not essential to the role. If you
The Highways Planned Maintenance Team is responsible for the design, programming and delivery of the MCC's planned maintenance of carriageways and footways. Typically, the annual budget is circa £14m with works spread over around 450 sites. The works comprise a mixture of reconstruction, resurfacing and preventative treatments and candidates for the available posts will need extensive and detailed knowledge of the materials, site works and techniques associated with all these processes.
For an informal discussion, please contact the hiring manager, Paul Swann , to arrange a convenient time to discuss the role.
About the Candidate
Reporting to the Team Leader, Engineers need extensive knowledge and experience of highway maintenance and are required who have the ability to carry out the following activities with minimum supervision:
• Leading in the identification and prioritisation of an annual highways maintenance carriageway and footway programme of work.
• Checking and validating Gaist roadscape intelligence to inform the initial draft list of schemes.
• Designing individual maintenance schemes including their proposed treatments, i.e. resurfacing, reconstruction or surface treatment (microasphalt / surface dressing) and producing estimated costs.
• Developing detailed delivery programmes and associated traffic management proposals and then working with contractors to ensure the successful delivery of the programmes on site.
• Checking works during construction, giving instructions to contractors and sign off of works and valuations upon completion.
You will demonstrate excellent communication skills, analytical and organisational skills. It is important that you can work confidently with financial data when making decisions. You should have knowledge of contract and programme management.
About Us
We're the local council for one of the UK's most vibrant and diverse cities.
Working for Manchester isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it's strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you'll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.
Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city - a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours:
- We take time to listen and understand
- We work together and trust each other
- We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
- We 'own it' and we're not afraid to try new things
- We're proud and passionate about Manchester
- Generous holiday allowance- Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks.
- A buzzing pension- You'll be enrolled in the UK's largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
- Enhanced parental and carers leave- Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.
- Brilliant perks - Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
- Learn and grow- We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process.
- A Good Employment Charter member- W e are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.
- Up to 3 days volunteering leave- Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.
At Manchester City Council, we're dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.
Support During the Process
- Interview Adjustments : Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
- Accessible Formats : Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of our careers page . This tool offers features like text-to-speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone.
We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the minimum shortlisting requirement s for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below :
- Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans
- Current or former care leavers
- Have a disability or long-term condition
We're a Disability Confident Employer, offering:
- A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
- Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
- A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly .
What we will need from you if you're successful
In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement ofemployment.This is not arole we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.
Pre-Employment Checks
If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you've applied for. As a guide, these checks may include:
- Proof of Right to Work : You'll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please note, visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role.
- References : We'll require references from your current and previous employer(s).
- Proof of Qualifications : Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required .
Other relevant information
We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we'll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.
For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached.
Calculate your take home pay . Use this service to estimate how much Income Tax and National Insurance you should pay for the current tax year.
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