Job Description

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.

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.

• 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.