Senior Engineer, Flooding & Drainage Asset Strategy

Connected Local Government; Matlock; On-site; GBP 45,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Matlock is seeking a skilled Senior Engineer – Asset Management to oversee the strategic planning and management of highway drainage assets across Derbyshire. This senior role involves leading inspections, condition assessments, and lifecycle planning to ensure safety and sustainability. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in highway asset management, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to innovation. Benefits include generous leave, a local pension scheme, and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Flexi Time Scheme

Generous Annual Leave Scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing Support Framework

Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Scheme

Derbyshire Rewards

Qualifications

• Significant experience in highway asset management, specifically in drainage and flood risk.
• Strong knowledge of asset management principles and lifecycle planning.
• Commitment to sustainability and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of drainage asset management programmes.
• Manage inspections and condition assessments according to national standards.
• Provide expert technical advice to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Highway asset management

GIS proficiency

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Leadership

Education

HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Job description

A local government authority in Matlock is seeking a skilled Senior Engineer – Asset Management to oversee the strategic planning and management of highway drainage assets across Derbyshire. This senior role involves leading inspections, condition assessments, and lifecycle planning to ensure safety and sustainability. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in highway asset management, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to innovation. Benefits include generous leave, a local pension scheme, and wellbeing support.