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Technician/ Assistant Engineer

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
28/03/2024
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 10/04/2024 23:59
Salary:
£22,737 - £36,648
Hours per week:
37
Job Category:
Architects / Surveyors / Engineers
Vacancy ID:
261847
Employment Location:
Civic Centre
Post Number:
P114525
Number of posts:
1
Closing date:
10 Apr
Further Information
Gateshead Council is seeking to appoint a traffic Network Officer to join the Network Management Team.  The Team works across a broad range of Highway issues including general traffic management, public traffic issues , Abnormal loads, Public rights of Way , events on highways and managing dropped kerb and disabled parking application processes.

About the role….

You will assist the Network Team in its various highways tasks as well as working closely with the general public , Utility providers and local Councillors to provide solutions to everyday highway issues and Network planning issues. Knowledge of civic engineering procedures and good numeracy, literacy and IT skills are essential requirements for the post. A qualification at BTEC National Diploma or higher in Civil Engineering or Transport Planning together with experience with Autocad and highways general transport planning would be an advantage.

You should possess a current driving licence .

Commencing salary will be dependent upon level of qualifications and experience.

A bit about Gateshead Council…

We’re truly committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and we need like-minded people who can help us deliver a sector leading service.   We need people who want to make a difference, who are talented, possess the right knowledge and skills and who want the chance to demonstrate how good they are.

What’s in it for you?  Well, there’s so much on offer and here’s just a few of the highlights!

You’ll be paid a competitive salary plus additional allowances where relevant.
We’ll help you save for your future with an outstanding employer contribution to your pension of approximately 18.9% per year.
You’ll get a generous annual leave package of 28 days annual leave for new employees, rising to 32 days after 5 years continuous local government service.
You’ll have the opportunity to participate in the Council’s Flexi time scheme, subject to management approval and business needs.
You’ll have access to great health and wellbeing support, including discounted membership to GO Gateshead Leisure Services and ability to use our cycle to work scheme.

This is a re-advertisement therefore previous applicants need not re-apply.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.