Senior Engineer (Flood and Climate Resilience Management)

We have a rewarding opportunity for a Flood Risk professional working with other teams across Flood and Climate Resilience Management and the wider Civil Engineering service area. This is a senior role which offers a diverse and challenging workload. You will lead, support, advise and assess the work of others both within the council and external parties, including consultants and contractors to ensure we protect against present and future flood risk. With a multitude of innovative schemes currently underway to help support the city's ambition to be 'The Best', this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-looking workforce. As the Senior Engineer in the Investigations Team, you will be involved in:

• Collaborating with FCRM colleagues to understand council owned critical ordinary watercourses/flood risk assets, exploring opportunities to fund and deliver proactive surveys and maintenance works.
• Working with council colleagues to understand issues with surface water flooding on council property, and to implement solutions, to reduce flood risk.
• Managing operational staff that investigate and report on significant flooding across the city, making sure we are working to our obligations under the Land Drainage Act 1991 and the Flood and Water Management Act 2010.
• Help to maintain council owned ordinary watercourses, identifying maintenance needs, raising works, working closely with contractors, and making sure equality in service delivery.
This role is an integral part of our Investigations Team, we carry out a wide variety of tasks, that will take you all over the city, from working onsite, to the office and flexible home working. The team, as a whole is expanding and with the completion of the FAS2 scheme this year, its an exiting time for FCRM, with lots of opportunities to develop and progress., Job Purpose To work as a Senior Member of the Flood and Climate Resilience Management Team engaged in all works to reduce flood risk in Leeds also to engage in the delivery, inspection, operation and maintenance of flood risk management assets, undertake activities as required and supervise the work of other staff within the team. Responsibilities
• Manage a small group of staff and the supply chain engaged in the delivery, inspection, operation and maintenance of flood risk management assets, including the Leeds FAS.
• To motivate and coach staff to achieve Corporate Plan, Service Plan and Divisional Plan Objectives.
• Supervision, appraisals and support for members of the team
• Promote and deliver positive solutions to achieving diversity and equality in all aspects of service delivery, community engagement areas, focusing on equality of outcome.
• Represent the Service, the Department and the Council as a Senior Officer at various meetings.
• Good awareness of Health and Safety legislation.
• Undertaking other duties of a similar nature and responsibility as may be determined.
• To abide by the Council's Equal Opportunities Policy in the duties of the post and as an employee of the Council.
It should be noted that this job description is subject to occasional changes in response to organisation change/review or to assist flexibility. The duties outlined are not meant as an exhaustive list. Other duties may be undertaken which are commensurate with the grade and within the spirit of the post as specified by the Manager after consultation with staff concerned/trade unions. Specific Responsibilities
• Undertake delivery, management, inspection, operation and maintenance of flood risk management assets, including the Leeds FAS and as a senior team member manage schemes, contracts and supervise staff.
• Provide a high quality and cost-effective asset management service to support the inspection, operation and maintenance of flood risk management assets with particular focus on the Leeds FAS.
• Support the development of policies to ensure efficient service delivery, continuous improvement and corporate objectives.
• Represent the Service, the Department and the Council as a senior officer for matters relating to the management, inspection, operation and maintenance of flood risk management assets.
• Experience of working within the requirements of the CDM regulations, H&S and environmental legislation.
• Ensure that all work is produced in accordance with legislation and to the appropriate local, national and corporate standards, policies and practices.
• An understanding of working within the framework of highway and flood risk management legislation and statutory procedures.
• Assist in the development of partnership working.
• Continually develop and maintain specialist knowledge of contemporary issues associated with the preparation and delivery and management of flood risk management assets and schemes.
• Undertake the role of Supervisor on heavy maintenance and construction contracts when required.
• Actively support continuous improvement initiatives through contributing to cross Council schemes and supporting the Flood and Climate Resilience Management Team.
• Plan and carry out flood incident management activities including a particular focus on the Leeds FAS., Understand and embrace Leeds City Council Values and Behaviours and codes of conduct.
• Committed to continuous improvement in all areas and work towards delivering the Best City Ambition of Health & Wellbeing, Inclusive Growth and Zero Carbon
• Able to understand and observe Leeds City Council equality and diversity policies.
• Carry out all duties having regard to an employee's responsibility under Health and Safety Policies.
• Willingness to actively participate in training and development activities.
• Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade.
• Participate in appraisal, training, and development activities.
• Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures.
• Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding, equality & diversity policies of Leeds City Council.
• Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment, victimisation, and any form of abuse, reporting any concerns to the appropriate person.
• The Council has adopted a flexibility protocol and the role will be expected to work within these parameters.
  
  As a Senior Engineer, you will bring to the role:
• Ability to work as an effective member of a team in order to achieve positive outcomes and provide a flexible and responsive service.
• An understanding of drainage, sewerage systems and basic drainage law
• An understanding/appreciation of Flood and Water Management Act 2010 and other related flood risk management legislation
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience in the delivery, management, inspection, operation and maintenance of flood risk management or related assets
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision to manage competing priorities whilst delivering on a range of schemes and adapting to changing and challenging circumstances and priorities.
• Proven leadership skills including demonstrated ability to engage and motivate people.
• Great presentation skills and the ability and enthusiasm to present to a wide range of people. Exceptional customer service and communication skills with a focus on achieving the best outcome for the community., Ability to work as an effective member of a team in order to achieve positive outcomes and provide a flexible and responsive service.
• Commitment to continued professional development.
• Ability to monitor and coach more junior members of staff.
• Achievement of equal opportunities in both employment and service delivery.
• An understanding of and commitment to sustainability in service delivery.
• Ability to contribute to initiatives to improve standards and performance.
• Ability to take forward initiatives and policies from development to implementation.
• A working knowledge of CDM, H&S and environmental Legislation.
• An understanding of drainage, sewerage systems and basic drainage law
• An understanding/appreciation of Flood and Water Management Act 2010 and other related flood risk management legislation
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision to manage competing priorities whilst delivering on a range of schemes and adapting to changing and challenging circumstances and priorities.
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience in the delivery, management, inspection, operation and maintenance of flood risk management or related assets.
• Well-developed computer skills in relation to the delivery of highway and flood risk management schemes and asset management.
• Ability to plan and carry out flood incident management activities with particular focus on the Leeds FAS.
• Experience of delivery and managing schemes and assets to meet customer needs using scheme management techniques and reporting recommendations.
• Appreciation of the public sector and its relationship with the private and third sectors.
• Ability to interpret corporate vision and values and put into practice through agreed policies and strategies.
• Ability to communicate key issues clearly and succinctly both in writing and verbally.
• Ability to write reports and carry out presentations, including post flood investigations and Section 19 reports.
• Awareness of equal opportunities in both employment and service delivery.
• Ability to work in close liaison with Flood and Climate Resilience Management Senior Officers, and members of the public., Desirable Requirements It is desirable that the candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post. Candidates are not required to meet all the desirable requirements however these may be used to distinguish between candidates.
• Possess a current driving licence.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Ability to resolve conflict.
• Awareness of public sector issues.
• Ability to develop and contribute to partnerships involving various stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes.
• Ability to develop productive working relationships that command respect, trust and confidence.
• Ability to be practical and hands on where and when necessary.
• Experience and skills to manage contractors acting as the Engineers Representative on behalf of the Council, with minimal supervision.
  
  As a Senior Engineer in Flood and Climate Resilience Management, you will be a key member of the team that helps reduce flood risk to the City of Leeds, the work that you do will help protect residents, businesses, and critical infrastructure.
Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions.


• a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays
• membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions
• flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements
• a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities
• a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further