Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru / Natural Resources Wales · 4 hours ago
Flood Risk Operations Engineer
Wales, ND
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior LevelNatural Resources Wales is seeking an Operations Engineer to deliver sustainable engineering solutions that protect communities and the environment. The role involves planning and delivering flood risk maintenance and improvement projects, managing technical advice, and collaborating with contractors to ensure successful project outcomes.
GovernmentNon ProfitPollution ControlSustainabilityWater
Responsibilities
Responsible for the production of the annual flood risk asset maintenance programme
Lead on the risk management planning for the work
Production and review of flood incident response and contingency plans/ manuals and planning incident response exercises
Develop procedures for the operation of assets during a flood incident
Lead on the scoping, justification, costing and delivery of discreet asset improvement projects
Have indirect budget responsibility for both revenue and capital projects
In partnership with Procurement deliver framework services and product supplies
Carry out contractor supervision and management
Liaise with stakeholders including; local authorities, land owners, environmental groups, delivering a customer focus
Undertake health and safety duties and responsibilities appropriate to the post
Be committed to Natural Resources Wales Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy , together with an understanding of how it operates within the responsibilities of the post
Be committed to your own developmentthrough the effective use of your personal development plan (known as Sgwrs)
Any other reasonable duties requested commensurate with the grade of this role
Required to take part in incident response activities
Qualification
Required
A recognised qualification in civil engineering such as a HND/HNC or degree together with related experience and be willing to work towards Incorporated Engineer status or other appropriate professional designation
A broad knowledge of civil engineering design and construction practices, with the ability to develop and apply innovative solutions to problems
Knowledge and experience of H&S best practice and its application in a similar role
Experience of managing projects, including use of ICT and organisational skills
Competent surveying skills including use of supporting software such as AutoCAD and GIS
Participation in cross-team working and stakeholder engagement to establish partnerships in the delivery of NRW flood risk objectives is an essential component of the role, including excellent communication skills and ability to make and convey complex matters to stakeholders
The ability to undertake the 'Client and Designer Role', to comply with CDM 2015
Full UK driving licence
Essential: A1 - Entry level Welsh Language requirement
Benefits
Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 28.97% (successful internal staff will remain in their current pension scheme)
28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days
Generous leave entitlements for all your life needs
Commitment to professional development
Health and wellbeing benefits and support
Weekly wellbeing hour to use as you choose
Company
Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru / Natural Resources Wales
Ein pwrpas yw i sicrhau y bydd adnoddau naturiol Cymru yn cael eu cynnal, eu gwella a’u defnyddio yn awr ac i’r dyfodol Our purpose is to ensure that the natural resources of Wales are sustainably maintained, enhanced and used, now and in the future.
Founded in 2013
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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