Operations Engineer

LOCATION: Thorney, Peterborough

JOB TITLE: Operations Engineer

SALARY & BENEFITS: GBP37,842 to GBP46,677

WORKING HOURS: 8.30am - 4.30pm Monday - Friday

THE COMPANY: Our client are based in Thorney, just outside of Peterborough and provide land drainage service from installation to maintenance. They are now looking for a Operations Engineer to join their team.

THE ROLE:The role of Operations Engineer will join a small team based in Thorny to deliver the Board's Maintenance and Capital works programme. this is a key role in ensuring a smooth efficient service is provided and many tasks are shared throughout the office team. The successful candidate will report directly to the Engineer/Chief Executive, and flexibility is key as with any small team everyone has to work together on many tasks and good communication skills are essential as is an ability to work at all levels .
This is a hands on role where the Operations Engineer manages the day to day functions of the operations of the direct labour force, and key tasks are as follows

Key responsibilities for the role:

• Day to day supervision of all capital and maintenance works.
• Planning of day to day operations.
• Create and monitor a programme of works both current financial year and plan for a longer 5 year program.
• All aspects of Health and Safety.
• Fortnightly time sheet allocation.
• Prepare Notices of Entry.
• Liaise with landowners in respect of all works to be carried out.
• To plan and supervise Public Sector Co-operation Agreement works with the Environment Agency. ?? To assist with Telemetry operation and maintenance.
• Prepare reports for Board Meetings.
• Preparation of schemes for FDGiA applications.
• Enforcement of the Boards Byelaws. ?? Monitor and budget for all costs associated with engineering operations.
• Actively seek work with Risk Management Authority Partners. ??
• Consultee on planning applications.

The role offers Full Local Authority Pension with employer contributions.

Key experience essential for the Operations Engineerrole:

• Chartered or Higher National Certificate in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Experience in project management
• Knowledge and experience with CDM Regs
• Competent in GIS mapping operation
• Competent in computer programmes such as Word, Excel, Power Point
• Management and leadership skills
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Good record keeping skills
• Be able to work both autonomously and in a team environment. ?? Full clean driving licence
• Live within a commutable distance of Thorney, just outside of Peterborough

Does this sound like you? If yes then please hit the apply now button.

You will then be sent to an online questionnaire to support your CV and application, please fill in the details and we will be in touch to advise you of the next steps.