AddressMake a huge impact in Halton!
The Council has ambitious plans to deliver a local plan that provides a platform for future generations. To achieve this at pace, there is an organisational commitment to build operational capacity across a number of service areas.
As a result, we have a range of exciting career opportunities in roles that will directly contribute to the growth and development of our local area.
By taking on one of these roles, you’ll be at the centre of the action – revitalising neighbourhoods, developing new public spaces, delivering on our sustainability priorities, and improving infrastructure.
For more information about these roles please visit our webpage https://jobs.haltonbc.info/accelerated-growth-recruitment/
Project Officer/Engineer (Highways/Development Services) - Fixed term for 18 months - £29,777 - £32,076
Senior Project Officer/Engineer (HIghways/Development Services - Fixed term for 18 months £36,648 - £39,186
About the role / service – Development Services
We are small but busy multi disciplined project team, whom the aim is to secure funding to deliver Halton’s Local Plan and Local Transport Plan 3, Primarily focussing on the infrastructure requirements for the Borough. The role will be diverse, and you will be required to support the development of Funding Applications, Monitoring of funding (outcomes/outputs). Provide evidence through research to support policy and strategy document production.
About you
You will have a passion for delivering projects and have the skill set to support the wider team in achieving this. The ability to work independently and as part of a small team is key, whilst being able to interact professionally with team members, other service areas, elected members, internal and external stakeholders.
About the role / service – Highways
Leading a busy service area with an ever-expanding workload and a diversity of demands and opportunities for development. You will be responsible for a small team of Senior Engineers and consultants reporting directly to the Service Manager, involved in all aspects of Highway design, construction, and project management, from inception to completion, ensuring projects are completed in a timely manner and budget fluctuations are reported promptly.
About you
You will have the ability to develop into the role working independently and closely with the team, be able to interact professionally with team members, other service areas, elected members, regional partners and stakeholders.
Working at Halton
All our colleagues at Halton have made a positive commitment to delivering great outcomes for our communities. In addition to working with a great team, you will have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including;
- A generous leave package of 26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (Increasing after 5 years’ service)
- Flexible working arrangements
- Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Investment in your personal development
- Free car parking at HBC sites
- Access to a range of discount schemes
- Access to a car leasing scheme
We are actively reviewing applications and keen to invite shortlisted candidates for interview prior to the advert closing. If a suitable candidate is appointed, the role may close early, therefore please do not hesitate to submit your application!
Development Services - For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Andrew Plant (Divisional Manager) 0151 511 7606 or Rebecca Taylor (Interim Planning and Transport Strategy Team Leader) 0151 511 7670
Highways - For an informal discussion about this post, please contact John Gill on 0151 511 7579.
At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – resourcing@halton.gov.uk
How to apply
To apply for this role, you should upload your CV and provide a supporting statement of no more than 4 pages via the Apply link below.
